Physical Therapist Home Care- Per Diem

Personal Touch Home Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Supportive leadership

Diverse patient populations

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Physical Therapist needed by Personal Touch Home Care in Queens, NY to join our Special Needs Program. This is a fee-for-service, contracted 1099 position paid per visit requiring an active NY license.

You will assess patients in their homes, develop care plans, evaluate home environments, teach patients and caregivers, and maintain comprehensive documentation while supporting mobility and independence for diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Must hold NY license to practice physical therapy.
• Degree in physical therapy (baccalaureate or master's) approved by APTA/AMA.
• Prefer two years of PT experience; home health experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status of patients.
• Develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient.
• Evaluate home environments to support rehabilitation goals.
• Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM, and rehab potential.
• Instruct patients/caregivers in use and care of therapeutic devices.
• Maintain detailed records of assessments, treatments, progress, and discharge plans.

Skills

Two years' PT experience

Verbal and written communication

Education

PT degree (Bachelors/Masters)

Licensed in NY

Job description

Queens, NY

Personal Touch Home Care is expanding our Special Needs Program and seeking compassionate Physical Therapists who are passionate about delivering high-quality care in the home setting.

This is a fee-for-service position, paid per visit and this is a 1099, contracted position. In order to be considered for this position, you MUST have a valid and active license in the state of NY.

Why PTs Choose Personal Touch

• Competitive pay
• Schedule flexibility with both daytime and after-school/ evening cases
• Organized caseloads grouped within your assigned coverage areas to help minimize travel and support work-life balance
• Supportive leadership that is accessible and invested in your success
• Opportunities to work with pediatric, adult, and special needs populations
• Warm, team-oriented environment where clinicians feel valued
• Pay: $100.00 per visit

About Us

With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled professionals to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home.

Why Choose Us

At Personal-Touch Home Care, we are committed to creating a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members. Our established history and reputation provide a stable and trusted foundation for your career. Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families.

Job Overview

As a Physical Therapist with Personal Touch Home Care, you'll play a crucial role in providing direct physical therapy services based on the physician's plan of care. You will also provide rehabilitative services to patients who are unable to travel to a clinic or hospital. This is focused on improving patients' quality of life by promoting mobility, function, and independence within the comfort and convenience of their own homes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing and evaluating the therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status of patients.
• Participating in the development of comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
• Evaluating the home environment to ensure it supports the patient's rehabilitation goals.
• Assessing muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and the patient's potential for rehabilitation.
• Instructing patients/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances to support their rehabilitation journey.
• Maintaining detailed records of patient assessments, treatments provided, progress notes, and discharge plans.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice a physical therapist within the State
• Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by The American Physical Therapy Association, or The Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association or The Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association.
• Prefer two (2) years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Home health experience is preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

Job Type

Fee-for-Service, Per diem

Pay

$100.00 per visit

We are excited to welcome passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team at Personal Touch Home Care.

We’re more than just a company, we’re a close-knit family dedicated to supporting each other's success and well-being.