Physical Therapist- Home Health Visits
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a per-diem opportunity providing home health visits through its senior living office. The office serves adult and geriatric clients on a per-visit basis throughout territories in Monroe County. The Physical Therapist is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to help clients receive the medical care they need to remain at home. The role includes making home visits, assessing clients’ mobility and function, developing and implementing individualized care plans, providing rehabilitative interventions and education, and documenting care using a touch pad tablet. The position requires at least one year of prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist. BAYADA describes a comprehensive benefits plan and offers training and scholarship opportunities, career tracks, recognition programs, and support with infection prevention and personal protective equipment. The stated base pay is $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 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, documented 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 assessment of joint mobility and range, transfer status, stability, ambulation patterns and appearance, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
- Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation 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.
- Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to client care management and services provided using a touch pad tablet.
Benefits
- 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 may be included.
- Paid time off may be included.
- Weekly pay may be included.
- Scholarship opportunities and one-on-one training.
- Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
