Home Health Physical Therapist - Westborough, MA

LHC Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team as a full-time Physical Therapist, where you'll assess and develop treatment plans for patients in Worcester and surrounding areas. This role involves evaluating functional status, providing evidence-based treatments, and educating patients and families. You'll work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure the best outcomes for your patients, all while maintaining your clinical knowledge and licensure. Be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that values your contributions and is dedicated to helping people achieve better health.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy license in MA is required.
• Must have CPR certification and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and develop therapy plans.
• Provide treatments to relieve pain and restore function.
• Educate patients and healthcare teams about care plans.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Pain Management

Functional Mobility

Evidence-Based Techniques

Patient Education

Education

Physical Therapy License in MA

CPR Certification

Valid Driver's License

Job description

We're hiring for a full-time Physical Therapist to join our passionate team in Worcestor!

• Coverage areas include Worcester, Holden, Sterling, Lancaster.

The Physical Therapist in Home Health is responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment, the therapist helps develop a treatment plan, performs interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluates progress.

Responsibilities

1. Evaluate the patient's functional status, body systems, and physical therapy needs. Consult with the physician to develop the therapy plan of care.
2. Provide services within the scope of practice defined by state laws, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with the healthcare team.
3. Observe and report patient responses and condition changes to the nurse supervisor and/or physician.
4. Treat patients to relieve pain, restore or maintain function, using evidence-based techniques.
5. Educate the healthcare team, patient, and family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, limitations, and progress.
6. Visit patients within the service area and nearby agencies as needed.
7. Complete progress notes for each visit and submit them per policy.
8. Conduct evaluations, develop the PT plan of care within state guidelines, and report outcomes within 24 hours.
9. Participate in staff meetings and committees as requested.
10. Supervise home health aides and PTAs as permitted by state regulation and agency policy.
11. Participate in weekend rotations as needed.
12. Prepare discharge summaries or patient condition reports every 60 days.
13. Provide in-service education as required.
14. Adhere to LHC Therapy Standards of Practice.
15. Maintain current clinical knowledge and licensure through ongoing education.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

1. Current Physical Therapy license in MA.
2. Current CPR certification.
3. Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.

Company Overview

LHC Group values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

As part of the LHC Group family, (Almost Family) Caretenders is a preferred provider of post-acute care nationwide, delivering high-quality, cost-effective care across home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care. Our shared purpose: It's all about helping people.