Physical Therapist, PT - Home Health Visits

Bayada; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking home health care provider that emphasizes compassion and excellence in patient care. As a Physical Therapist, you will play a vital role in helping clients achieve their health goals through personalized care plans and home visits. This role offers the opportunity to work independently while being part of a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of adult and geriatric clients. With a commitment to employee growth, you will have access to training, scholarship opportunities, and a range of benefits that prioritize your well-being and career advancement. If you are passionate about rehabilitation and patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Scholarship Opportunities

401(k) with Company Match

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Must have a current NJ Physical Therapist license.
• Graduation from an APTA approved program is required.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated territories.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate clients and families on rehabilitative care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Time Management

Computer Skills

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Education

NJ Physical Therapist License

Graduation from APTA Approved Program

Job description

New Grads Encouraged to Apply!

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced
Physical Therapist, PT, for an opportunity performing
home health visits with our Hudson County Visits team. This office works with adult and geriatric clients on a
per visit basis in territories throughout
Hudson County.
Immediate opportunity in southern Hudson County (
Jersey City / Bayonne ) area.
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.
At BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow.

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
NJ 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:

• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, [click here](https://www.bayada.com/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.

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](https://www.bayada.com/50).
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.