In-Home Health Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility

Bergen Care Home Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen Care Home Health in Hackensack, NJ, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide compassionate home health therapy. You will assess patients in their homes, design personalized treatment plans, and support independence and safety.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Physical Therapy with an active state license and at least 1 year of home health or acute care rehab experience. Competitive salary starts at $110,000+.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Physical Therapist Certification in the state of Operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the home, creating a positive and supportive experience during each visit
• Conduct in-home assessments to evaluate patients’ mobility, functional abilities, pain levels, and overall safety
• Develop individualized treatment plans aimed at improving ADLs, strength, balance, and overall independence
• Deliver hands‑on therapy and interventions in the patient’s home using evidence‑based techniques and appropriate assistive devices
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and safe practices to support progress between visits
• Track and evaluate patient outcomes, adjusting plans of care as needed to ensure the most effective results
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and support smooth transitions between levels of service
• Document all visits, treatments, and progress in compliance with agency standards and home care regulations
• Maintain reliable and timely attendance to ensure continuity of care and a strong patient-provider relationship

Skills

Patient-centered care

Home health experience

Assessment & evaluation

Care planning

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Bergen Care Home Health in Hackensack, NJ, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide compassionate home health therapy. You will assess patients in their homes, design personalized treatment plans, and support independence and safety.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Physical Therapy with an active state license and at least 1 year of home health or acute care rehab experience. Competitive salary starts at $110,000+.