Physical Therapist, (PT) - Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Health insurance

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for per diem home health visits in the Raleigh area, covering Durham and Wake counties. You will join a multidisciplinary team to provide rehabilitative care at clients’ homes, improving mobility and safety.

Responsibilities include conducting assessments, creating care plans, educating clients and families, and documenting activities using an EMR system. Requires NC PT license and ACOTE-ready education.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina Physical Therapist license.
• Graduation from an APTA-approved program or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated territories.
• Assess mobility, balance, gait, strength, and safety.
• Develop and revise individualized PT care plans.
• Educate clients and families on home exercises and safety.
• Document observations and care activities in EMR.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

EMR experience

Education

North Carolina PT license

ACOTE/ABET-accredited program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for a per diem opportunity performing home health visits for our Raleigh Visits office.

This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Durham and Wake counties.

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.

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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.
• 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 - 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.

Qualifications for a PT - Physical Therapist include:

• A current North Carolina Physical Therapist - PT license.
• 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.
• 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.

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.