Physical Therapist

Pathways Healthcare; Maryland; On-site; USD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare in Westwood, MA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver care per a physician's plan of care. You will assess function, administer treatments, and document progress for home health patients.

You'll collaborate with physicians, families, and other professionals, supervise PT assistants, train care teams, and contribute to discharge planning while maintaining a flexible, day-shift schedule with a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with a physician’s plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Assess and evaluate functional status, including home environment assessment.
• Perform assessments for muscle strength, mobility, gait, and ROM.
• Administer physical therapy treatments and instruct on use and care of appliances.
• Report patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition to the physician.
• Initiate and manage PT programs, collaborating with other healthcare professionals and family caregivers.
• Instruct others on PT phases and goals of the treatment plan.
• Offer training to patients on prosthetic devices.
• Identify additional home health services needed and refer as necessary.
• Contribute to discharge planning and participate in case conferences.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries; provide PT consultation as required.
• Conduct in-service education for nursing staff; engage in peer consultation.
• Supervise PT assistants in line with policy and state regulations.
• When therapy is the sole skilled service, supervise and evaluate home health aide care bi-weekly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

BLS CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Massachusetts PT license

Job description

Position Details:

• Main Office location: Westwood, MA
• Service Area: Dorchester and Surrounding Areas
• Job Type: Full Time
• Schedule: Monday - Friday

Responsibilitie s:

Patient Care:

• Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with a physician’s plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status, including home environment assessment.
• Perform assessments for muscle strength, mobility, gait, and range of motion, identifying potential for rehabilitation.
• Administer physical therapy treatments and provide instruction on the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Report patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition to the physician.

Program Management and Collaboration:

• Initiate and manage physical therapy programs, collaborating with other healthcare professionals and family/caregiver members involved in the patient’s care.
• Instruct other personnel, family members, and caregivers on specific phases of physical therapy and the goals of the treatment plan.
• Offer training to patients on the use of prosthetic devices.
• Identify additional home health services needed by patients and refer as necessary.
• Contribute to discharge planning and participate in case conferences.

Documentation and Education:

• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on the achievement of goals.
• Provide physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers as required.
• Conduct in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Engage in peer consultation process.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants in compliance with organization policy and state regulations.
• When therapy is the sole skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home health aide care on a bi-weekly basis.

Qualifications:

Education and Licensure:

• Possess a degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Hold a valid license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Massachusetts.

Experience and Skills:

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience as a physical therapist, with preference 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.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $98,000 - $115,000
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, HMO & PPO Plans, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Flexible Spending Account.
• Flexible schedule to promote work-life balance.
• Opportunities for leadership development and professional growth.
• Consistent day-shift hours and work schedule.