Physical Therapist

Pathways Healthcare, Llc; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) Match

Paid per visit program

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare, Llc in Fall River, MA is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our home health and hospice team. You will assess patients, develop individualized therapy plans, and guide families in rehabilitation at home, delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a supportive team, ongoing professional development, and contributing to a patient-centered care model in a community setting.

Qualifications

• Degree as a physical therapist approved by an accredited organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and planning.
• Current BLS CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and own a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients per physician's plan of care and state PT Act.
• Develop individualized therapy programs and train care partners.
• Educate patients and families on use of therapeutic devices and appliances.
• Participate in discharge planning and coordinate with home health services.
• Prepare progress summaries and contribute to peer consultation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Vehicle ownership

Education

DPT / Physical Therapist degree

Job description

Pathways Healthcare is a leading, physician- and nurse practitioner-led home health and hospice organization, committed to redefining recovery through comprehensive, patient-centered care. Our innovative Medical Rehabilitation Program offers a meaningful alternative to institutional rehab, helping people heal at home, with dignity and purpose.

We are proud to have ranked in Boston Globe's Top Places to Work in Massachusetts and USA Today's Best Places to Work in the United States since 2023!

Why Join Pathways?

• Work in a supportive team environment and amazing corporate culture.
• Impact patients' lives directly by providing in-home care.
• Opportunities for continued growth and professional development.

We are seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our dedicated team. As a Physical Therapist, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our patients by providing exceptional care and support.

• Main Office Location: Fall River, MA
• Service Area: Attleboro and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities:

• Provide physical therapy services to patients in accordance with a written physician's plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This includes assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, evaluating the home environment, and determining the potential for rehabilitation, including muscle strength, mobility, gait, and range of motion.
• Initiate and develop individualized physical therapy programs for patients while also instructing other personnel and/or family/caregiver members involved in the patient's care. Actively participate in case conferences to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated treatment approach.
• Instruct patients and their families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and, when necessary, train patients in the use of prosthetic devices. Additionally, provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Participate in discharge planning for patients, identifying their ongoing needs and referring them to other home health services as required.
• Prepare and submit clinical progress summaries based on the achievement of goals, following the guidelines set forth by the Organization policy.
• Offer physical therapy assistant consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated, and actively engage in the peer consultation process to enhance the overall quality of care.

Qualifications:

• Possess a degree as a physical therapist approved by an accredited organization.
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience as a physical therapist (preferred), with priority given to those with community/home health experience is desirable.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational abilities.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver's license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Pay Strucutre: Paid per visit ($65 weekdays / $70 weekends & holidays). Training, meetings, and other hourly activities are paid at $45/hr.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k) Match