Physical Therapist (PT) – Mobile Outpatient Therapy

Genesis Administrative Services•Andover, NY

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About The Position

Powerback is hiring a Physical Therapist for mobile outpatient rehabilitation serving older adults in Andover, Massachusetts. The role primarily provides outpatient therapy in patients’ homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The therapist evaluates patients, develops and delivers individualized treatment programs, and provides care in the patient’s home to support rehabilitation, independence, and productivity. The position also involves educating patients and caregivers, coordinating referrals and care with other disciplines, and providing health and wellness programming. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. It is a salaried opportunity with a posted salary range of $80,000 to $110,000 per year and a $5,000 bonus.

Requirements

Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states 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 in addition to 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

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, timely 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 appropriate therapeutic regimens consistent with each patient’s needs and capabilities.
Adapt 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 identify and report repair needs.
Provide caring, compassionate service that recognizes patients’ and families’ needs and rights.
Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, determine predicted improvement and timelines, and develop treatment plans and goals with patients and caregivers.
Implement physical therapy treatment plans and complete related documentation and record keeping.
Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary repair and protection, and electrotherapeutic, physical-agent, and mechanical modalities.
Provide health and wellness services, chronic disease management education, falls assessments and fall-risk 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 each patient’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
Teach mobility skills and techniques and evaluate patient progress, attitudes, and behavior related to rehabilitation potential.
Reexamine patients as needed to modify or progress treatment plans.
Incorporate health and wellness programming into treatment plans.
Perform home and community mobility assessments and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
Generous 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 United States while maintaining the security of a full-time role.
Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
Clinicians in Action professional development program.
$5,000 bonus.