Physical Therapist - Home Health - Full-time, Part-time and Per Diem

Dartmouth Health•White River Junction, VT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Dartmouth Health Home Care is hiring Physical Therapists for full-time, part-time (20–24 hours), and per diem day positions serving the Upper Valley and surrounding area. The role provides home-based therapy, with an average visit of 45 minutes, broad independence, and collaboration with a cohesive interdisciplinary care team. Physical Therapists help community members through nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and personal care services delivered across more than 70 towns. A $15,000 new-hire retention bonus is available subject to conditions. Relocation assistance is also available subject to conditions. The Physical Therapist screens, evaluates, re-evaluates, and treats patients; coordinates and communicates treatment activities with patients and interdisciplinary team members; documents evaluations and treatment goals; and teaches patients and family members about the rationale for treatments and procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
Must have at least one active, unencumbered Physical Therapist license in Vermont or New Hampshire at the time of hire.
Must have active, unencumbered Physical Therapist licenses in both Vermont and New Hampshire within 30 days of hire, or hold a compact license.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Current car insurance meeting minimum standards.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Physical Therapist in a home health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ need for physical therapy and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Carry out appropriate treatment programs in accordance with agency policies and professional standards of care.
Communicate and coordinate treatment activities with all members of the healthcare team and with patients.
Document evaluations, treatment goals, and objectives.
Teach patients and family members the rationale for treatments and procedures.
Screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, and treat patients.