Physical Therapist (PT) – Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services•Danvers, IL

About The Position

Powerback is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide primarily outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The role evaluates patients and develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation, restore and enhance performance, and promote independence and productivity. The therapist may identify and refer patients to other disciplines to address comprehensive needs, and instructs patients and caregivers in skills that support independence and health. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. The posted salary range is USD $80,000–$110,000 per year, and the overview advertises a $5,000 bonus.

Requirements

Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
A qualifying education pathway: a Master's degree in Physical Therapy; 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.
Physical Therapy degrees earned outside the U.S. 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

Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, clinical and billing documentation requirements, and work-related meetings.
Attend and contribute to patient care and staffing conferences and other related meetings.
Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address their comprehensive needs.
Consult with rehabilitation team members to select therapeutic regimens suited to each patient's needs and capabilities.
Adapt treatment programs and plans of care to individual patient needs.
Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
Order supplies and equipment as necessary; clean and maintain equipment and report needed repairs.
Provide high-quality, compassionate patient service that recognizes patients' and families' needs and rights.
Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, estimate improvement and treatment timelines, and develop goals and plans of care in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
Implement physical therapy treatment plans and complete related documentation and recordkeeping.
Provide therapeutic interventions including exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, physical-agent and mechanical modalities, health and wellness, chronic disease education, fall-risk assessment and interventions, and home and community case management.
Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
Select activities suited to patients' physical and mental capacities, intelligence levels, and interests.
Teach mobility skills and techniques and assess patient progress, attitudes, behavior, and rehabilitation potential.
Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans.
Incorporate health and wellness programming into treatment plans.
Assess home and community mobility and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
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, beginning on day one.
Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
Journey Travel Program, with opportunities to work across the U.S. while maintaining the security of a full-time role.
Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
Clinicians in Action professional development program.
$5,000 bonus advertised in the overview.