Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient
About The Position
Powerback Rehab to You is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide mobile outpatient rehabilitation for older adults in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Patients are served in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities, as well as in community-based settings. The position is listed for 8–14 hours per week and offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs, and works with patients and caregivers to support rehabilitation, independence, and productivity. The role includes identifying when referrals to other disciplines are needed, collaborating with the rehabilitation team, and providing education and training to patients and caregivers. Treatment may include therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, modalities, health and wellness education, chronic disease management, fall-risk assessment and interventions, and home and community mobility services. The therapist may supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as applicable and in accordance with state requirements. The role also involves maintaining treatment schedules and timely clinical and billing documentation, attending meetings, promoting safety, and managing supplies and equipment. Powerback describes its mission as improving lives through personalized rehabilitation and wellness services. Benefits and programs mentioned include paid time off for full- and part-time team members, clinical mentorship for new graduates, free continuing education through Medbridge, visa or green card sponsorship support, relocation assistance, a travel program, employee discounts, a recognition program, and professional development opportunities. The posted salary range is USD $65.00–$67.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
- 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 PT 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
- Evaluate patients, establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, determine expected improvement and treatment timeframes, and develop plans of care and treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
- Deliver individualized physical therapy programs in patients’ homes and other community-based settings to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
- Provide patient and caregiver instruction, education, and training to promote independence and productivity.
- Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive needs, and consult with rehabilitation team members to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
- Adapt plans of care to individual patient needs and perform routine reexaminations to modify or progress treatment.
- Provide interventions such as therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, electrotherapeutic and other modalities, health and wellness education, chronic disease management, and fall-risk interventions.
- Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
- Assess home and community mobility and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel when applicable and in accordance with state requirements and professional standards.
- Maintain treatment schedules and complete timely clinical and billing documentation; attend work-related meetings, patient-care conferences, and staffing conferences.
- Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
- Order supplies and equipment as necessary; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
- Put patient service first by providing caring, compassionate service that recognizes 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.
- Relocation assistance.
- Journey Travel Program, described as providing work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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