Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Woodward Township, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The role assesses patients’ needs, develops and delivers individualized physical therapy programs, and makes referrals to other disciplines to address comprehensive patient needs. Treatment is provided in the patient’s home to support rehabilitation in a functional environment. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, establishes diagnoses and treatment plans, implements and modifies care, and documents clinical and billing services. The role also educates and trains patients and caregivers to promote independence and productivity, supports health and wellness, and may supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with applicable requirements. The posted salary range is USD $79,000–$110,000 per year.

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 plus 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, documentation requirements, and work-related meetings.
• Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing, and other related meetings.
• Refer patients to other disciplines and agencies to address comprehensive care needs.
• Consult with the rehabilitation team to select therapeutic regimens suited to each patient’s needs and capabilities.
• Adapt treatment 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, maintain, and report equipment needing repair.
• Provide caring, compassionate, high-quality service that recognizes patients’ and families’ needs and rights.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, determine expected improvement and timeframes, and design plans of care and treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
• Implement physical therapy treatment plans and complete related documentation and record keeping.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, and electrotherapeutic, physical agent, and mechanical modalities as appropriate.
• Provide health and wellness programming, chronic disease management education, falls assessment and interventions, and home and community case management.
• Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics, and train patients in their use.
• Select activities appropriate to each patient’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
• Instruct patients in mobility skills and techniques and evaluate their progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitation potential.
• Reexamine patients as needed and modify or progress treatment plans.
• Incorporate health and wellness programming into 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; 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 relocation assistance.
• Journey Travel Program offering work across the United States with the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless/TV, 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: Full-time