Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Wilkes-Barre, PA

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About The Position

Powerback is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide outpatient rehabilitation, primarily in patients’ homes, for older adults. The care setting may be a patient’s private residence or a room in an independent living facility. The therapist evaluates patients, develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs, and makes referrals to other disciplines when needed to address comprehensive patient needs. The role emphasizes restoring, reinforcing, and enhancing functional performance; teaching patients and caregivers skills that promote independence and productivity; and promoting health. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

The therapist may supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as required by state licensure requirements and professional standards. The role also requires timely clinical and billing documentation, adherence to treatment schedules, participation in patient-care and staffing meetings, and maintenance of a safe treatment environment and equipment.

The posted salary range is USD $79,000 to USD $110,000 per year.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• A Master’s degree in Physical Therapy; or a Master’s degree in a Physical Therapy-related field plus a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy; or a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible Physical Therapy experience.
• A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree in Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in patients’ homes, including private residences and independent living facilities.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, estimate expected improvement and treatment duration, and develop plans of care and treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
• Implement individualized physical therapy plans and document and maintain records of services provided.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and electrotherapeutic, physical agent, and mechanical modalities as appropriate.
• Incorporate health and wellness programming, chronic disease education, fall-risk assessment and interventions, and home and community case management into care.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Select activities suited to each patient's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
• Teach mobility skills and techniques and evaluate patient progress, attitudes, and behavior in relation to rehabilitation potential.
• Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans.
• Assess home and community mobility and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
• Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive needs, and consult with the rehabilitation team to select suitable therapeutic regimens.
• Adapt programs and plans of care to individual patient needs.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel when required by state licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Follow department and patient treatment schedules and meet clinical and billing documentation requirements.
• Attend and contribute to patient-care, staffing, and other related meetings.
• Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
• Provide caring, compassionate service that respects patients’ and families’ needs and rights.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and a travel program that allows work across the U.S. while retaining a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• Employee recognition rewards through the PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time