Physical Therapist (PT) – Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Cherry Hill Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in patients’ homes to older adults. Care may take place in a patient’s private residence or room in an independent living facility, as well as other community-based settings. The therapist evaluates patients, develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs, and helps restore, reinforce, and improve function, independence, and productivity. The role includes educating and training patients and caregivers, promoting health and wellness, and coordinating referrals and care with other disciplines. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

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 PT experience.
• Physical Therapy degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree in Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, including reviewing history, conducting systems reviews and appropriate tests and measures, interpreting findings, establishing diagnoses, identifying impairments and precautions, estimating rehabilitation potential, and planning care.
• Develop treatment goals and methods in collaboration with patients and caregivers; implement individualized physical therapy plans and complete related clinical documentation and record keeping.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and electrotherapeutic, physical-agent, and mechanical modalities.
• Provide health and wellness programming, chronic disease management education, fall-risk assessments and interventions, and home and community mobility assessments and recommendations.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Instruct patients in mobility skills and techniques, and assess their progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitation.
• Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans according to individual needs.
• Make referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address patients’ comprehensive needs, and consult with the rehabilitation team to select appropriate therapeutic regimens.
• Adapt programs and plans of care to individual patient needs and capabilities.
• 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, documentation and billing requirements, and work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient-care, staffing, and other related meetings.
• Promote a safe environment and address fire and safety hazards.
• Order supplies and equipment as needed; clean and maintain equipment and report repair needs.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality service that respects the needs and rights of patients and families.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
• 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 that allows work across the United States with the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

What This Job Offers

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