Home-Visit Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility

HCR Home Care; Town of Cobleskill (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HCR Home Care in Cobleskill, NY, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver home-based services under physician orders. You will evaluate patients, develop plans of care, and perform periodic re-evaluations to advance functional independence.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program, a current NYS license, and at least one year of post-licensure experience. The position notes non-office settings and potential travel within home care duties.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current, valid Physical Therapy license issued by NYS Department of Education.
• One year of post licensing experience as a licensed physical therapist.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient using diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests and measures.
• Prepare an assessment of the patient’s condition at the time of the initial evaluation and perform periodic re-evaluations, develop a written problem list and plan of care including types and frequencies of treatment.
• Recommend modification of plan of care to physician, as needed.
• Document clinical notes on the date of the visit into medical record and keep all records and summaries up-to-date.
• Treat patients to address impairments and functional limitations, with a goal of reaching maximum functional independence.
• Instruct and/or recommend patients and their caregivers in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and durable medical equipment (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Include and educate the patient and caregiver(s) regarding treatment plan and goals.
• Attend physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations.
• Participate in case conferences.
• Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physician’s Plan of Treatment.
• Assures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of an accredited PhysicalTherapy program

Job description

HCR Home Care in Cobleskill, NY, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver home-based services under physician orders. You will evaluate patients, develop plans of care, and perform periodic re-evaluations to advance functional independence.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program, a current NYS license, and at least one year of post-licensure experience. The position notes non-office settings and potential travel within home care duties.