Physical Therapist - Senior Living Visits
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced, full-time Physical Therapist to provide visits to seniors throughout Baltimore County, Maryland. The position serves clients under their home health benefit within one or two senior living communities, reducing the typical home health commute. As part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative care to help clients receive the medical care they need to remain at home. The role includes conducting assessments and diagnostic measurements, developing and adapting individualized care plans, delivering therapeutic interventions, and educating clients and their representatives. Care observations, interventions, and evaluations are documented using a tablet. The position offers a base pay of $57.00–$73.00 per point, depending on qualifications.
Requirements
- Current Maryland Physical Therapist license.
- Graduation from a program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, documented by school transcript or diploma.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
Responsibilities
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including assessments of joint mobility and range, transfer status, ambulation, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
- Implement evidence-based integumentary protective interventions to prevent wounds and promote wound repair, using dressings and topical agents.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and other interventions.
- Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy care plan and participate with nursing in multidisciplinary care planning, as appropriate.
- Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other representatives in rehabilitative care and activities that promote health, safety, and independent living.
- Document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to client care management and services using a touch pad tablet.
Benefits
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Vision, dental, and medical health plans.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Direct deposit.
- Employee assistance program.
- Mileage reimbursement may be available.
- Weekly pay may be available.
- Scholarship opportunities and training.
- One-on-one training.
- Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
