What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide quality care to our adult and geriatric clients in Franklin county, Vermont.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
**Experience Matters**
We are currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for a full-time opportunity performing home health visits. As a Physical Therapist with BAYADA, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.
**Competitive Compensation Package**
To qualify for this rewarding role, you must have one year of prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist. You will be responsible for making home visits to clients in designated geographic territories, performing diagnostic tests and measurements, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and educating clients and their families on rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote their health, safety, and independent living.
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.
- Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.
Qualifications
- A current Vermont 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 Us
BAYADA Home Health Care is a leading provider of home health care services, dedicated to providing high-quality care to our clients and supporting the growth and development of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing education and training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
Why Choose BAYADA?
- We prioritize work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling options.
- We invest in our employees' professional growth and development through ongoing education and training opportunities.
- We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
- We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.
- We prioritize our clients' needs and strive to deliver exceptional care and service.
