Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Concord, IL

7d • Remote

About The Position

Powerback Rehabilitation to You is seeking a part-time Mobile Outpatient Physical Therapist in Concord, NH. Powerback Rehabilitation is a leader in providing physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, focusing on helping older adults stay active and thrive. With over four decades of service, Powerback offers personalized care in various settings including skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. This role offers an opportunity to join an industry-leading team that makes a lasting impact in the future of rehabilitation and wellness.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Master's degree in Physical Therapy; OR Master's degree in a Physical Therapy related field in addition to a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; OR Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus 5 years of progressively responsible PT experience.
• Qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside of the U.S. must be evaluated to be the U.S. equivalent to a degree in Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Nice To Haves

• Support for New Grads: Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: Support for Visa or Green Card sponsorships, Journey Travel Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population, which may include a patient's private residence or a patient's room in an independent living facility.
• Evaluate and treat patients in their home environment.
• Assess the need for, develop, and deliver physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation.
• Identify the need for and make referrals to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patients.
• Implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Instruct, educate, and train patients and caregivers in skills and functions essential for promoting independence and productivity.
• Direct activities to promote and maintain health.
• Provide a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary or applicable, 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, staffing conferences, and other related meetings.
• Make referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
• Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Adapt program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient.
• Promote a safe environment and enforce the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Clean, maintain, identify, and report the need for repair of equipment as necessary.
• Prioritize patient service, ensuring patients and families receive high-quality care in a compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individual needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures.
• Synthesize information and interpret examination findings to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications, and design a plan of care.
• Develop appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers.
• Implement the physical therapy treatment plan and complete all related documentation and record keeping.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training.
• Provide functional training.
• Perform manual therapy.
• Perform airway clearance techniques.
• Provide integumentary repair and protection.
• Utilize electrotherapeutic, physical agent, and mechanical modalities.
• Promote health and wellness.
• Provide education on chronic disease management.
• Conduct falls assessments and implement interventions to reduce fall risk.
• Provide case management in the home and community.
• Design, fabricate, fit, and/or apply adaptive devices, and train patients in the use of adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics.
• Select appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interest.
• Instruct patients in skills and techniques required for participation in mobility activities.
• Evaluate patient progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential.
• Perform routine reexamination as needed/required to modify/progress plan of treatment.
• Incorporate health and wellness programming into treatment plans for patients.
• Perform home and community mobility assessments and provide recommendations for safe mobility in the home and community space.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members.
• Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Free CEUs through Medbridge.
• Exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more.
• Rewards through PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through Clinicians in Action program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level