Geriatric PT: Community-Based Rehab & Team Impact

BoldAge PACE; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Paid Time Off

401K with Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

BoldAge PACE is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and implement therapy services for our participants. You will assess needs, design treatment plans, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support seniors living at home with independence and dignity.

You will collaborate with caregivers and staff, educate families, and participate in ongoing quality improvement. This role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with day shifts in our care centers and participant homes.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in the state.
• Current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Two years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting is preferable.
• 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred; training provided upon hiring (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality care as a member of the PACE interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Performs in-person assessments for participants at initial enrollment and ongoing as determined by the IDT.
• Assesses need for adaptive durable medical equipment, specialized shoes and prosthesis; assess home for safety and mobility; recommend home modifications and equipment.
• Plans for physical therapy treatment programs according to recognized standards and policies.
• Administers physical therapy treatment programs and documents outcomes and training.
• Educates and instructs participants/family in procedures and home programs; documents training.
• Trains PACE staff in body mechanics, equipment use, transfers and safety.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, families and team members.
• Participates in quality improvement projects and meetings.
• Follows policies, OSHA guidelines, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient care planning

Education

Advanced degree in Physical Therapy

State license to practice Physical Therapy

Driver’s license and auto insurance

Experience in IDT settings (2+ years)

Experience with frail/elderly populations

Job description

BoldAge PACE is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and implement therapy services for our participants. You will assess needs, design treatment plans, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support seniors living at home with independence and dignity.

You will collaborate with caregivers and staff, educate families, and participate in ongoing quality improvement. This role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with day shifts in our care centers and participant homes.