Home Health Physical Therapist

Bayada; Jim Thorpe (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role involves making home visits to provide rehabilitative care to adult and geriatric clients, allowing them to receive essential medical attention in the comfort of their homes. The ideal candidate will work independently, develop tailored care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. This innovative firm values its employees, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for compassionate and skilled professionals to thrive.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Vision, Dental, and Medical Health Plans

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Scholarship Opportunities

Recognition Programs

Referral Bonuses

One-on-One Training

Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license required.
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated territories.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Time Management

Computer Skills

Education

Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced
Physical Therapist, PT, for• full time, part time or per diem• opportunities performing
home health visits*.• This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout
Carbon County, PA.
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.

At BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow. Watch this video to learn more about field employee career pathing:

Responsibilities for a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.

• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as the 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.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Qualifications for a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• A current
Pennsylvania 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.

BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, [click here](https://www.bayada.com/benefits/)
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.

• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and life insurance; mileage reimbursement; paid time off; weekly pay and direct deposit; scholarship opportunities; one-on-one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.
BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in [here](https://www.bayada.com/50).
BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.