Physical Therapist - Home Health - Full-time, Part-time and Per Diem

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health•Hartford, VT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Dartmouth Health Home Care is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide home-based rehabilitation services in the Upper Valley and surrounding area. The therapist evaluates patients’ needs, develops and carries out treatment plans, and coordinates care with patients and interdisciplinary team members. Visits average 45 minutes, and the role offers independence as part of a cohesive patient-care team, as well as flexibility intended to support work/life balance. The position is offered full-time, part-time (20–24 hours), or per diem, with day shifts. A $15,000 new-hire retention bonus is available subject to conditions.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school in Physical Therapy.
Must hold at least one active, unencumbered Physical Therapist license in Vermont or New Hampshire at the time of hire.
Must hold active, unencumbered Physical Therapist licenses in both Vermont and New Hampshire within 30 days of hire.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Current car insurance that meets minimum standards.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Physical Therapist in a home health care setting.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ need for physical therapy and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, and treat patients.
Carry out treatment programs in accordance with agency policies and professional standards of care.
Coordinate and communicate treatment activities with patients and interdisciplinary team members.
Communicate with all members of the health care team.
Document evaluations, treatment goals, and objectives.
Teach patients and family members the rationale for treatments and procedures.