Physical Therapist- Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a per diem opportunity performing home health visits in Cape May Court House, NJ. This role services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis throughout Cape May County. As a home care Physical Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team providing rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, enabling them to receive medical care at home.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as 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 using evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
• Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy care plan, and participate in the multidisciplinary care plan as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other representatives in rehabilitative care and activities to promote health, safety, and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations using a state-of-the-art touchpad tablet.

Qualifications

• A current NJ Physical Therapist 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.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Vision, dental, and medical health plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Direct deposit and employee assistance program.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Weekly pay.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• One-on-one training.
• Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Pay

Base pay ranges from $62.00 to $70.00 per point, depending on qualifications and subject to negotiation.