Physical Therapist - Home Health Visits
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for part-time or per diem home health visits. The office serves adult and geriatric clients on a per-visit basis throughout Carroll County, Maryland. The role is scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Per diem applicants must have home health and OASIS experience. The Physical Therapist is an integral member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team and provides individualized care to support clients’ health, safety, and independent living. The position involves visiting clients in their homes, assessing mobility and function, implementing therapeutic and protective interventions, developing and updating care plans, educating clients and caregivers, and documenting services using a tablet. BAYADA describes its employees as its greatest asset and highlights opportunities for training, career development, and recognition. The company also describes its infection-prevention measures, including PPE supplies, protocols, daily pre-screens, and monitoring.
Requirements
- Current Maryland 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, as indicated by a school transcript or diploma.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid computer skills.
- Per diem applicants must have home health and OASIS experience.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including assessment of joint mobility and range, transfer status, ambulation, 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 that may include 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 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.
- Employee assistance program.
- Mileage reimbursement may be available.
- Weekly pay may be available.
- Scholarship opportunities and training, including one-on-one training.
- Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement and specially designed career tracks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
