Physical Therapist – Powerback Rehabilitation To You

Genesis Administrative Services • Winchester, MA

4d

About The Position

Powerback Rehabilitation To You is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide mobile outpatient rehabilitation for older adults in Winchester. Services are delivered in patients’ homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities, as well as in assisted and independent living and community settings. The therapist evaluates patients, develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs, and provides care in the patient’s most functional environment. The role includes a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

The Physical Therapist assesses patients and their rehabilitation needs, plans and implements treatment, and collaborates with patients, caregivers, and other rehabilitation professionals. Treatment may address mobility, strength, balance, functional performance, health and wellness, chronic disease management, and fall-risk reduction. The therapist also trains patients and caregivers, monitors progress, adapts treatment plans, and completes required clinical and billing documentation. The position is salaried and offers a $5,000 bonus. The posted salary range is USD $79,000–$110,000.

Requirements

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• A master’s degree in Physical Therapy; or a master’s degree in a Physical Therapy-related field in addition to a bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy; or a bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible Physical Therapy experience.
• A qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. Physical Therapy degree.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, complete timely clinical and billing documentation, and attend work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient-care and staffing conferences and other related meetings.
• Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address their comprehensive needs.
• Consult with rehabilitation team members to select an appropriate therapeutic regimen for each patient.
• Adapt programs and plans of care to individual patient needs.
• Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary; clean and maintain equipment and report repair needs.
• Provide caring, compassionate service that respects patients’ and families’ needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, estimate rehabilitation potential and timeframes, and design plans of care with appropriate goals and methods.
• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans and complete related documentation and recordkeeping.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and use of electrotherapeutic, physical-agent, and mechanical modalities as appropriate.
• Provide health and wellness education, chronic disease management education, and fall assessments and interventions.
• Manage cases in the home and community.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Select activities suited 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.
• Reexamine patients as needed to modify or progress treatment plans.
• Incorporate health and wellness programming into patient treatment plans.
• Assess home and community mobility and recommend ways to support safe mobility.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
• Generous paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates, beginning on day one.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and a travel program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Exclusive discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• Employee recognition rewards through the PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.
• $5,000 bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time