Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Current and valid Connecticut Physical Therapist license
Recent experience in home health care is preferred
Valid driver's license, car insurance, and car registration
Strong clinical assessment, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Familiarity with electronic devices for documentation and timekeeping
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills and sound judgment
Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset
Eagerness for ongoing education in medical advances
Responsibilities
Develop and implement personalized rehabilitation plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams
Screen and evaluate patients' physical strength to aid physicians in functional assessments
Educate patients and their families about therapeutic exercises and procedures
Document patient care management and interventions accurately
Perform direct patient evaluations and treatment planning as prescribed
Review medical records to determine necessary therapy treatment based on physicians' referrals
Benefits
Flexible work environment primarily in patients' homes
Opportunity for both part-time and full-time positions
Supportive team atmosphere focused on high-quality patient care
Continuing education opportunities to stay current with medical practices
Potential for meaningful patient relationships and impactful care
Full Job Description
Home Health Physical Therapist PT
Job Summary:
As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you will work with patients in their homes to improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and promote overall well-being. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and adjust a conditioning/rehabilitation plan of care in partnership with patients, representatives, caregivers, and physicians
Test and screen patients' physical strength to assist physicians in evaluating their level of function
Educate and instruct patients, family members, or representatives about exercise programs and therapeutic procedures
Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertains to patient care management and services provided
Provide direct patient care as prescribed, including evaluation and treatment planning
Review physicians' referrals and patients' medical records to determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
Graduation from an approved Physical Therapy curriculum
Current and valid Connecticut Physical Therapist license
Recent work experience in home health (preferred)
Driver's License, Car Insurance, and Car Registration
Strong clinical assessment, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment
Ability to work well under pressure and stay calm and focused in emergent situations
Be highly self-motivated and results-driven
A desire for further education to keep up with the ever-changing medical advances
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment is typically a patient's home, with occasional visits to medical facilities or our office.
Salary:
$90,000 - $120,000 ANNUALLY
Job Type:
PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME
If you are a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply today!
