In-Home Physical Therapist for Independent Mobility

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

Job summary

Ascend Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in patients’ homes. You will assess mobility, develop individualized plans, and deliver hands-on therapy to improve strength, balance and independence.

You will educate families and caregivers, track outcomes, document progress, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth transitions between service levels.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and current PT licensure in the state of operation.
• 1+ year of experience in home health, acute care, or rehab facility.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the home during visits.
• Conduct in-home assessments to evaluate mobility, function, pain, and safety.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve ADLs, strength, balance, and independence.
• Deliver hands-on therapy and interventions in the patient’s home.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises and safety practices.
• Track and evaluate patient outcomes and adjust plans of care accordingly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and transitions.
• Document visits, treatments, and progress per agency standards and regulations.
• Maintain reliable attendance to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Patient care

Home health

Assessment skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Ascend Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in patients’ homes. You will assess mobility, develop individualized plans, and deliver hands-on therapy to improve strength, balance and independence.

You will educate families and caregivers, track outcomes, document progress, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth transitions between service levels.