Physical Therapist- Home Health
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a Physical Therapist for part-time or full-time home health visits through its Cape May Court House, New Jersey office. The office serves adult and geriatric clients on a per-visit basis in territories throughout Cape May County. The Physical Therapist is part of a multidisciplinary health care team providing rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients so they can receive necessary medical care at home. The role includes making home visits, assessing clients’ mobility and physical function, developing and revising individualized care plans, providing rehabilitation interventions, educating clients and caregivers, and documenting care using a tablet. One year of prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist is preferred. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for the full-time role only.
Requirements
- Current New Jersey 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, as indicated 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
- One year of prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist is preferred.
- Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including assessment of joint mobility and range, transfer status, ambulation, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
- Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair using evidence-based 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 the multidisciplinary care plan as appropriate.
- Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives in rehabilitative care and activities that promote health, safety, and independent living.
- Accurately document observations, interventions, evaluations, client care management, and services provided 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 and employee assistance program.
- Mileage reimbursement may be included.
- Weekly pay may be included.
- Scholarship opportunities and training.
- One-on-one training.
- Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for the full-time role only.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
