Physical Therapist

bayada home health care; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

401k with company match

Health insurance

Direct deposit

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to provide high-quality home health visits across the Williamsburg to Hampton, VA area on a full-time basis. The role requires a VA PT license and at least one year of clinical PT experience, with a strong preference for home health familiarity.

You will perform diagnostic tests, develop individualized care plans, educate clients and families, document care using EMR tools, and collaborate with nursing in multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• VA PT license required.
• At least one year of PT experience.
• Graduate from an APTA-approved program, per transcript or diploma.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements for mobility, gait, balance, and safety.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with manual therapy and exercises.
• Educate clients and families in rehabilitative care to promote health and independence.
• Document observations and interventions using EMR tools.

Skills

VA PT license

Home Health experience

EMR experience

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Physical Therapy degree (DPT) or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for a full time opportunity performing home health visits for our senior living office. This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout the Williamsburg to Hampton, VA area.

Prior Home Health experience is strongly preferred for this position.

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Responsibilities for a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as the mobility/range of joints, transfer status, stability, patterns and appearance of ambulation, strength and endurance of muscles, balance testing, and safety assessments.
• Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair utilizing evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
• Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
• Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy - PT care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety, and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Qualifications for a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• A current VA Physical Therapist - PT license.
• A minimum of one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist - PT.
• Graduation from a program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and life insurance; mileage reimbursement; paid time off; weekly pay and direct deposit; scholarship opportunities; one-on‑one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.

Additional Information:

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications:

$67-$74 per point

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.