Physical Therapist- Home Health Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care; Macungie (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

401k with company match

Paid time off

Direct deposit

Paid time off

Job summary

A home health care organization is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a Per Diem opportunity performing home health visits in Lehigh County. Responsibilities include home visits, assessing and documenting client care, and developing individualized care plans. Candidates must have a Pennsylvania PT license and one year of experience. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans with therapy interventions.
• Educate clients and families on rehabilitative care and safety.
• Document observations and interventions in the EMR.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Solid computer skills

Education

Current Pennsylvania PT license

Graduation from an approved PT program

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Overview

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT for a Per Diem opportunity performing home health visits. This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Lehigh County.

Responsibilities for a PT - Physical Therapist

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as the mobility/range of joints, transfer status, stability, patterns and appearance of ambulation, strength and endurance of muscles, balance testing, and safety assessments.
• Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair utilizing evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
• Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
• Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client\'s health, safety, and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Qualifications for a PT - Physical Therapist

• A current Pennsylvania PT license.
• A minimum of one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Graduation from a program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

Benefits and About BAYADA

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program.
• Learn more about BAYADA Benefits.
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and life insurance; mileage reimbursement; paid time off; weekly pay and direct deposit; scholarship opportunities; one-on-one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.

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BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.