Physical Therapist (Home Health PRN)

Ascend-Health-1; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascend-Health-1 is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in patients' homes on a PRN basis. You will assess mobility, pain, and safety and develop plans to improve ADLs, strength, and balance during visits.

The role requires a Master’s in Physical Therapy, active licensure, and 1+ year experience in home health, acute care, or rehab, with strong documentation and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Physical Therapist Certification in the state of Operations.
• 1+ years experience in Home Health, Acute Care setting or Rehabilitation Facility.

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 care

Home health

Care coordination

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Great new Career Opportunity in Home Care!

Now Hiring –Physical Therapist PRN

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