What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our team as a Home Health Physical Therapist. This role will involve performing home health visits for senior living clients in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
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 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
- Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet
Requirements:
- A current PA 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; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred
About Us:
BAYADA Home Health Care is an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we believe in leading with our values.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 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. We also provide opportunities for career advancement, training, and scholarship programs.