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 skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our Northampton-Monroe Home Health Visits Office in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Physical Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff
We are currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for full-time, part-time, or per diem opportunities performing home health visits. 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.
- 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.
Qualifications
- A current PA Physical Therapist - PT 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.
Why Work with BAYADA?
BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive pay, and opportunities for career advancement. Our extensive paid training and state-of-the-art simulation labs will leave you feeling comfortable and confident before your first visit with your favorite new client.
We offer opportunities to learn a new specialty or further develop your area of expertise. Get back to doing what you love, as the clinician you always wanted to be.
Benefits include:
- 401k retirement plan
- Discount program
- Sick pay
- Employee assistance programs
- Vision benefits
- Bereavement Health Care FSA
- Weekly pay
- Continuing Education
- Holiday Pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Dental benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dependent Care FSA
About BAYADA
BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.
