Physical Therapist - Home Health

Healthtalentpro; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home health care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. In this role, you will provide therapeutic services to patients in their homes, ensuring they gain independence and improve their physical and cognitive functioning. The position involves developing treatment programs, educating caregivers, and supervising assistants to enhance patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with experience in home health care.
• Ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
• Strong communication and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers about therapy programs.
• Supervise therapy assistants and document patient progress.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapy Program Development

Patient Education

Supervision

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Job Description:

As a Physical Therapist in our client's Home Health team, you will be responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to patients in their homes, assessing patient functioning levels, and developing treatment programs to improve independence and physical/cognitive functioning. You will also be involved in patient and caregiver education, supervision, and reporting on patient progress.

Key Responsibilities
● Perform Physical Therapy assessments and develop treatment programs
● Record and report patient's reaction to treatment and condition changes
● Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy programs and device use
● Supervise physical therapy assistant and, when appropriate, the certified nursing assistant
● Prepare reports and participate in staff and Agency development activities

Travel
● Local travel to residential homes