Home Health Physical Therapist

BAYADA Home Health Care • Reston, VA

7d • $67 - $74 • Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a full-time opportunity providing home health visits for its senior living office. The position serves adult and geriatric clients on a per-visit basis in the McLean, Virginia area and covers one senior living building. The Physical Therapist is an integral member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team providing rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to help clients receive the medical care they need to remain at home.

The role includes conducting assessments and diagnostic tests, developing and revising individualized care plans, providing therapeutic interventions, educating clients and caregivers, and documenting care using a tablet. BAYADA describes its employee support as including training and scholarship opportunities, career tracks, recognition, and infection-prevention support. Compensation is listed as $67.00–$74.00 per point, depending on qualifications.

Requirements

• Current Virginia 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 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, gait patterns and appearance, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
• Implement evidence-based integumentary protective interventions to prevent wounds and promote wound repair, using dressings and topical agents.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance interventions, and other appropriate treatments.
• 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 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.
• Employee assistance program.
• Mileage reimbursement may be available.
• Weekly pay may be available.
• Scholarship opportunities and training.
• One-on-one training.
• Recognition programs.
• Referral bonuses.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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