Physical Therapist, PT Outpatient Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care•Billerica, MA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT for a Full Time opportunity performing visits within Senior Living Communities. Treat clients who are residents in Assisted Living and Independent Living Communities. Be instrumental in optimizing function and independence for older adults through proactive evidence based interventions. As a Home Health Outpatient Physical Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides outpatient services to clients affording them the opportunity to age in place.

Requirements

One year prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist is required.
Licensed Physical Therapist (OT) in Massachusetts
Passion for working with the geriatric population in a personalized, patient-centered setting

Responsibilities

Make outpatient visits to clients in designated senior living communities.
Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as the mobility/range of joints, transfer status, stability, patterns and appearance of ambulation, strength and endurance of muscles, balance testing, and safety assessments.
Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy - PT plan of care, and participate in the multidisciplinary care plan meetings including community staff, as appropriate.
Educate and instruct clients, family members, or community staff, in therapy services and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety, and independent living.
Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing a touch pad tablet.