Physical Therapist (Home Health)

Ascend Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Health in Newark seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to deliver in-home care and improve patients' mobility and independence.

You will perform initial assessments, design personalized treatment plans, and provide hands-on therapy using evidence-based approaches, while educating families and coordinating with a care team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of operations.
• 1+ years of home health, acute care, or rehabilitation facility experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the home.
• Conduct in-home assessments of mobility, function, pain levels, and safety.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve ADLs, strength, balance, and independence.
• Deliver hands-on therapy in the patient’s home using evidence-based techniques.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises and safe practices.
• Track and evaluate patient outcomes, adjusting plans of care as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Document visits and progress per agency standards.
• Maintain reliable attendance to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Compassionate patient-centered care

In-home assessments

Treatment planning

Evidence-based interventions

Education for patients and caregivers

Documentation and compliance

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

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