Physical Therapist (Home Health)

Westminster-Canterbury-On-Chesapeake-Bay; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 138,283,000 - 172,842,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to deliver in-home therapy, assess patient progress, and document outcomes while collaborating with the care team. The role requires a Virginia PT license and CAPTE-accredited education with at least one year of professional experience.

The position includes full-time hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to help elderly patients stay safely at home within our Tidewater service area.

Qualifications

• Virginia Physical Therapist license required.
• Graduation from CAPTE-accredited PT program or equivalent credentials evaluation.
• At least one year of professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy services in home health per plan of care.
• Document evaluations, interventions, and patient progress.
• Develop and revise plan of care in consultation with physician and care team.
• Supervise PT assistants and aides as applicable; coordinate with family and agency personnel.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Location: Westminster-Canterbury At Home; 3181 Shore Dr. Virginia Beach, VA

Reports to: Director of Home Health

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

About Us

Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.

Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.

We live our values every day:

• Respect for every person
• Passion for what we do
• Professionalism in all we do

Westminster Canterbury at Home (WCAH) is one of the most well-respected home health and home care agencies in the greater Tidewater Region, including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk and Portsmouth. We provide the quality services that people need when they wish to stay confidently and comfortably in their own homes.

As a subsidiary of Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach’s premier beachfront continuing care retirement community, Westminster Canterbury At Home has a particular appreciation for the difference that location can make in the retirement experience. What it really comes down to is where an individual feels most comfortable. For some, that place is home—and we’re more than happy to meet you there.

The Home Health Physical Therapist will provide skilled physical therapy services in accordance with each patient’s individualized plan of care, including initial and ongoing assessment of progress and response to treatment. Accurately document evaluations, interventions, and patient outcomes while collaborating with the care team to support quality patient care. Consistently model Westminster-Canterbury's core values of Respect, Passion, and Professionalism and hold others accountable to the same standards.

What You’ll Do In This Role

• Provide services in accordance with accepted standards of practice for physical therapy.
• Document all therapy interventions.
• Provide initial and ongoing assessment and evaluation of patient/family response to therapy
• Develop and revise the plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members.
• Provide therapeutic treatments and evaluation of equipment needs as applicable.
• Advise and consult with the family and other agency personnel as applicable.
• Complete documentation timely for all assessment and evaluation data, treatments, and patient's response to therapy intervention.
• Evaluate outcomes of care and complete the OASIS assessment accurately.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants at least every 30 days and home health aides every 14 days when appropriate.
• Complete all training and in-service programs as assigned.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills for clear and professional interactions.
• Effectively meet deadlines and perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Able to address outside and inside inquiries
• Able to supervise and train co-workers
• Able to exercise discretion and work independently

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to climb at least 2 flights of stairs
• Stand/or walk for a period of at least 4 hours

The Experience You’ll Bring

Required

• Current Virginia Physical Therapist License AND one of the following:
  • Education: Graduation from a physical therapist education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) or a CAPTE successor organization. Internationally educated candidates must have completed a program determined to be substantially equivalent to U.S. entry-level physical therapist education by an approved credentials evaluation organization.
  • OR
  • Examination: Successful completion of a state-approved physical therapist examination in the state where physical therapy services are provided.
• At least one year of professional experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Valid state driver's license; Motor Vehicle Driving Record satisfactory to Westminster and its insurance providers
• Proof of motor vehicle insurance

Preferred

• Experience working with an elderly population in Home Health
• Compensation Range: $48.26 - $60.32 hourly (based on relevant experience)
• Full-Time Employee (eligible Part-Time Employee) Benefits & Perks Include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Available Day One!)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (Short- and Long-Term)
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & 6 Paid Holidays (+ 2 Floating Holidays)
  • Tuition Assistance + Scholarships for You & Your Family
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans
  • Team Member Discounts
  • Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities

Employment with our organization is 'at-will', meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Drivers License

Required

Drivers License

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