Physical Therapist (Home Health PRN)

Ascend-Health-1; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend-Health-1 is seeking a Physical Therapist for PRN home health assignments in Paramus, New Jersey. The role focuses on compassionate, patient-centered care delivered in patients’ homes, with in-home assessments and customized treatment plans to improve mobility and independence.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy and current PT licensure. Candidates should have 1+ year of experience in home health, acute care, or rehabilitation settings and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for Physical Therapy licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the home during visits.
• Conduct in-home assessments to evaluate mobility, function, pain, 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 and assistive devices.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises and mobility techniques for progress between visits.
• Track and evaluate patient outcomes and adjust plans to ensure effective results.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and transitions between services.
• Document visits, treatments, and progress per agency standards and regulations.
• Maintain reliable attendance to ensure continuity of care and strong patient-provider relationships.

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