What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
Job Title: Home Health Physical Therapist
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our home health care team in Harrisonville, New Jersey. As a Physical Therapist with BAYADA Home Health Care, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients by providing them with the rehabilitative care they need to live safely at home.
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About BAYADA Home Health Care:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our home health care team in Harrisonville, New Jersey. As a Physical Therapist with BAYADA Home Health Care, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients by providing them with the rehabilitative care they need to live safely at home.
Responsibilities:
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as mobility/range of joints, transfer status, stability, patterns and appearance of ambulation, strength and endurance of muscles, balance testing, and safety assessments.
- Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair utilizing evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
- Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
- Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy - PT 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 necessary to promote the client's health, safety, and independent living.
Requirements:
- A current NJ Physical Therapist - PT license.
- A minimum of one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist - PT.
- 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; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
About BAYADA Home Health Care:
BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, opportunities for career advancement, and a supportive work environment that allows you to focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
