Physical Therapist Home Care- Per Diem

Personal Touch Home Aides of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Care in Queens, NY is seeking compassionate Physical Therapists for home-based, per diem care. This fee-for-service role is contracted as a 1099 with pay of $100.00 per visit. You must hold a valid NY PT license to be considered and two years of home health experience is preferred.

The role includes evaluating patients in their homes, developing care plans, and working with pediatric, adult, and special needs populations to improve mobility and independence.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice physical therapy in NY.
• Degree from a PT program approved by APTA/AMA accrediting bodies.
• Two years of PT experience preferred, home health a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

PT degree (BS/MS)

Job description

Physical Therapist Home Care- Per Diem

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

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