Physical Therapist (Home Health)

Bergen Care Home Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen Care Home Health in Hackensack, NJ, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide compassionate home health therapy. You will assess patients in their homes, design personalized treatment plans, and support independence and safety.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Physical Therapy with an active state license and at least 1 year of home health or acute care rehab experience. Competitive salary starts at $110,000+.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Physical Therapist Certification in the state of Operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the home, creating a positive and supportive experience during each visit
• Conduct in-home assessments to evaluate patients’ mobility, functional abilities, pain levels, and overall safety
• Develop individualized treatment plans aimed at improving ADLs, strength, balance, and overall independence
• Deliver hands‑on therapy and interventions in the patient’s home using evidence‑based techniques and appropriate assistive devices
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and safe practices to support progress between visits
• Track and evaluate patient outcomes, adjusting plans of care as needed to ensure the most effective results
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and support smooth transitions between levels of service
• Document all visits, treatments, and progress in compliance with agency standards and home care regulations
• Maintain reliable and timely attendance to ensure continuity of care and a strong patient-provider relationship

Skills

Patient-centered care

Home health experience

Assessment & evaluation

Care planning

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Great new Career Opportunity in Home Care!

Salary Starting at $110,000+

Now Hiring –Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist is responsible for, but not limited to:

1. Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the home, creating a positive and supportive experience during each visit
2. Conduct in-home assessments to evaluate patients’ mobility, functional abilities, pain levels, and overall safety
3. Develop individualized treatment plans aimed at improving ADLs, strength, balance, and overall independence
4. Deliver hands‑on therapy and interventions in the patient’s home using evidence‑based techniques and appropriate assistive devices
5. Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and safe practices to support progress between visits
6. Track and evaluate patient outcomes, adjusting plans of care as needed to ensure the most effective results
7. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and support smooth transitions between levels of service
8. Document all visits, treatments, and progress in compliance with agency standards and home care regulations
9. Maintain reliable and timely attendance to ensure continuity of care and a strong patient-provider relationship

Education:

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Professional Experience:

• Current Physical Therapist Certification in the state of Operations
• 1+ years experience in Home Health, Acute Care setting or Rehabilitation Facility