Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient
About The Position
Powerback is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist to provide mobile outpatient rehabilitation services in Manchester, Bedford, and Raymond, New Hampshire. The role primarily serves older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The in-home model allows the therapist to evaluate and treat patients in a functional setting, with 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 recovery, independence, productivity, health, and wellness. The therapist identifies when referrals to other disciplines or agencies are appropriate and collaborates with the rehabilitation team to select and adapt treatment plans. Services may address exercise and conditioning, functional mobility, manual therapy, airway clearance, skin protection, therapeutic modalities, chronic disease management, fall prevention, and mobility in the home and community. The position also includes documentation and billing, participation in care and staffing conferences, maintaining a safe environment and equipment, and—in accordance with applicable requirements—supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants, students, temporary licensees, and support personnel.
Requirements
- Hold a valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or provide proof of license eligibility.
- Meet one of the listed education pathways: 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 Physical Therapist experience.
- Have a qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree in Physical Therapy.
- Have a valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.
Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient physical therapy services primarily in patients’ homes, including private residences and independent living facilities.
- Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses and treatment goals; determine precautions and expected progress; and develop individualized plans of care with patients and caregivers.
- Implement treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic techniques, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and electrotherapeutic, physical agent, or mechanical modalities.
- Educate and train patients and caregivers in skills and functions that promote independence and productivity.
- Identify comprehensive patient needs and make referrals to other disciplines and agencies.
- Consult with the rehabilitation team and adapt treatment programs and plans of care to individual patient needs and capabilities.
- Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans.
- Incorporate health and wellness programming, chronic disease education, fall-risk assessment, and fall-prevention interventions into care.
- Perform home and community mobility assessments and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
- Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
- Select activities appropriate to each patient’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
- Instruct patients in mobility skills and techniques and evaluate progress, attitudes, and behavior related to rehabilitation potential.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
- Follow department and patient treatment schedules and complete clinical, billing, and other required documentation and records on time.
- 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 as needed; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
- Provide caring, compassionate, high-quality service that respects the needs and rights of patients and families.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
- Generous 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.
- Journey Travel Program offering 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 rewards.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
