Physical Therapist, PT - Home Health
About The Position
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a full-time, per-visit home health position with its Davidson County Visits office. The role serves adult and geriatric clients throughout Chatham and northeastern Randolph counties in North Carolina. As part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative care that helps clients receive the care they need while remaining at home. The Physical Therapist conducts home visits, evaluates clients’ mobility and functional status, develops and delivers individualized treatment plans, and works with nursing and other team members on client care. The role also includes educating clients and caregivers and documenting care using a touch pad tablet. BAYADA describes opportunities for training, scholarships, career development, and recognition. Compensation is listed as $68–$70 per point, depending on qualifications. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, medical, dental and vision plans, employer-paid life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, direct deposit, and an employee assistance program.
Requirements
- Current North Carolina Physical Therapist license.
- At least one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist.
- 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
- 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 of motion, transfer status, ambulation, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety.
- Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wounds 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.
- Document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to 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.
- Employee assistance program.
- Training and scholarship opportunities.
- Specially designed career tracks.
- Recognition and rewards for compassion, excellence, and reliability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
