Physical Therapist, PT Outpatient Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care•Billerica, MA

9d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT for a Full Time opportunity performing visits within Senior Living Communities. The role involves treating clients who are residents in Assisted Living and Independent Living Communities, aiming to optimize their function and independence through evidence-based interventions. This position is part of a multi-disciplinary health care team providing outpatient services to clients, allowing them 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.