Physical Therapist- Home Health Senior Living
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to provide home health visits in senior living communities throughout Chester County, Pennsylvania. The Physical Therapist is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients so they can receive the medical care needed to remain at home. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities are available. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for full-time employees. The role includes evaluating clients, developing and revising individualized physical therapy care plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and educating clients and their representatives. The position involves home visits within designated geographic territories and documentation of client care using a tablet. BAYADA describes its work environment as supportive of employee growth, with training and scholarship opportunities, career tracks, recognition programs, and infection-prevention measures including PPE supplies, daily pre-screens, and monitoring. Compensation is listed as $65.00–$75.00 per point, depending on qualifications and subject to negotiation.
Requirements
- Current Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license.
- At least one year of recent work experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Graduation from a program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
Responsibilities
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including assessments of joint mobility and range, transfer status, gait, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
- Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wounds and promote wound repair using evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and other interventions.
- Continually assess and revise the physical therapy care plan and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
- Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives in rehabilitative care and activities that promote health, safety, and independent living.
- Document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to client care and services using a touch pad tablet.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus available for full-time employees.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Vision, dental, and medical health plans.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Direct deposit and employee assistance program.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Paid time off.
- Weekly pay.
- Scholarship opportunities.
- One-on-one training.
- Recognition programs.
- Referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
