What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
Job Title: Home Health Physical Therapist
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our team in Joppa, Maryland.
About the Role
- Makes 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.
- Develops and implements individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
- Continually assesses and revises the care plan, participating with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan as appropriate.
- Educates and instructs clients, family members, or other client representatives on rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote health, safety, and independent living.
Qualifications
- A current MD 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.
- 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
BAYADA Home Health Care is an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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 programs.
