Physical Therapist- Hospice, Per Diem

bayada home health care; Pennsauken Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Direct deposit

Weekly pay

Job summary

BAYADA Hospice is seeking an experienced Per Diem Physical Therapist (PT) for hospice visits in Pennsauken, NJ. The role serves adult and geriatric clients across Camden and Burlington counties on a per-visit basis.

Required is one year of PT experience and NJ licensure, with proficiency in EMR and strong clinical skills. The job offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within a respected home health care team.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical PT experience is required.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in NJ.
• Graduation from an APTA-approved program or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational 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 for mobility and safety.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with therapeutic exercises.
• Continuously assess and revise the PT care plan with the multidisciplinary team.
• Educate clients and families on rehabilitative care to promote independence.
• Document observations and interventions using a touch pad tablet.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

EMR experience

Education

APTA-Approved PT program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

BAYADA Hospice is currently seeking an experienced Per Diem Physical Therapist, PT, for an opportunity performing hospice PT visits for our hospice office, located in Pennsauken, NJ. This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Camden and Burlington counties.

One year prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist is required. As a home care Physical Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.

$75/hour

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Responsibilities for a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• 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.
• Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
• Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy - PT 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.

Qualificationsfor a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• A current NJ Physical Therapist - PT license.
• A minimum of one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist - PT.
• 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.

BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: 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
• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.
• 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.

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

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.