What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
Physical Therapist Opportunity at BAYADA Home Health Care
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our team in Enosburg Falls, Vermont. As a home care Physical Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain 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
- 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 Vermont Physical Therapist license
- A minimum of 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; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred
About BAYADA Home Health Care
BAYADA Home Health Care is a leading provider of home health care services. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we offer a comprehensive benefits plan that includes paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program.
