What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
50 words summary: BAYADA Home Health Care seeks an experienced Physical Therapist for a full-time or per diem opportunity in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The Physical Therapist will perform home health visits for adult and geriatric clients in the Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, and Hoke county area.
Job Description
BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team. As a Physical Therapist, you will work with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team to provide rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients in their homes.
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 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 North Carolina 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 committed to providing high-quality patient care and support to our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Benefits
- 401(k) 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
