Physical Therapist-Home Care (Full-Time-Weekends)

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to welcome patients, assess their needs, and guide rehabilitation in a home care setting at 330 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY. You will deliver PT services with care and compassion to support rehabilitation outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with physicians and the therapy team, and effective documentation to track patient progress and communicate plans of care.

Qualifications

• Leadership demonstrated in clinical or team settings.
• Patient-focused approach with compassion and care.
• Exceptional communication and thorough documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation. Assess impairment and current condition to evaluate rehabilitation potential; report progress and communicate with physician and team; counsel patient and family.
• Treatment & Planning. Develop PT plans including mobility training, devices, exercises, balance, massage; apply tests.
• Leadership. Train, mentor and coach team members to ensure department standards; manage scheduling for coverage.

Skills

Leadership

Patient-focused

Communication

Documentation

Job description

Summary

As a Physical Therapist, you welcome patients and put them at ease. You provide PT to patients with care and compassion to ensure rehabilitation success.

Summary

As a Physical Therapist, you welcome patients and put them at ease. You provide PT to patients with care and compassion to ensure rehabilitation success.

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Department: Therapy

Location: Home Care- 330 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

Schedule: Full-Time 8AM to 8 PM if 12 hours, 8AM to 4PM if 8-hour

Shift: Weekends- Friday Sat Sunday

ATTRIBUTES

• Developed leadership skills
• Patient focused, with demonstrated care and compassion
• Exceptional communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation. Assess patient impairment and current condition to evaluate rehabilitation potential; report on patient progress, communicate effectively with physician and other team members; counsel patient and family according to degree of disability or impairment
• Treatment & Planning. Develop physical therapy treatment project for each patient, including training in functional mobility, use of assistive devices, therapeutic exercise, balance and coordination retraining, massage, heat and cryotherapy; apply diagnostic and progressive functionality tests
• Leadership. Train, mentor and coach team members to ensure standards of the department are met; address scheduling needs to ensure proper coverage is provided

Education

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Physical Requirements

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision‑making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask‑fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range

$71,000.00 - $101,920.00

City

Newark

Postal Code

14513

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.