Physical Therapist - Home Visits

Job description:

Physical Therapist - Home Visits:

• Flexible Opportunity for Home Visit Physical Therapists.
• This is your PT opportunity to work for an amazing supportive employee-owned home care company in New York State.
• Full-time
• Direct Hire
• Competitive Compensation, based on experience.
• Excellent Benefits Package
• Continuing education and training opportunities, utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
• NYS County Locations Available - Clinton County, NY; Delaware County, NY; Genesee County, NY and Madison County, NY.

This Home Visit PT position boasts:

• Employee-owned company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ESOP is a long-term, employee benefit plan which gives employees ownership interest in the company. As they grow and mature, so will the retirement funds of their employees.

Health, Dental,and Vision insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

401K (Pre-tax and Roth) with company match

Generous PTO

Company paid life insurance

Mileage reimbursement at Federal rate

Holiday pay

Paid travel time

Career advancementopportunities

Employee referral program

Employee recognition events

Vehicle repair program

Advanced learning and certification opportunities

CEU opportunities for PT's.

Supportive leadership

Role and Responsibilities:

• A qualified professional, who directs, supervises,evaluatesandprovidesphysical therapy services to adult patients in the home,following physicians orders.

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate patient using diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint,and functional abilitytestsand measures.
• Prepare an assessment of the patients condition at the time of theinitialevaluation and perform periodic re-evaluations, develop a written problem list and plan of care including types and frequencies of treatment.
• Recommend modification of plan of careto physician,as needed.
• Document clinical notes on the date of the visit into medical record and keep all records and summariesup-to-date.
• Treat patients to address impairments and functional limitations, with a goal ofreachingmaximum functional independence.
• Instruct and/or recommend patients and their caregivers in the use of prosthetic, orthotic,and durable medical equipment (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Include and educate thepatientandcaregiver(s)regardingtreatmentplanand goals.
• Attend physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations.
• Participate in case conferences.
• Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physicians Plan of Treatment.
• Assureappropriate safetypractices and maintenance of equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• Graduateof an accreditedPhysicalTherapy program.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Current, valid Physical Therapy licenseissuedbyNYSDepartment ofEducation.
• One year of practical experience as a licensed physical therapist.

Work Environment:

• The Physical Therapist is primarily ina non-officesetting and may be exposed to outdoor conditions.

The working conditions are classified as medium work:

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of forcefrequentlyor constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Medium work involves sitting and standing.

Physical Requirements:

The following is a description of the physical requirements on a daily basis for the Physical Therapist.While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly expected to:

• Stand
• Sit
• Hear
• Walk
• Talk
• Stoop or kneel
• Repetitive motion

Qualifications:

• Education Requirements:
• Graduateof an accreditedPhysicalTherapy program.
• Qualifications and Requirements:
• Current, valid Physical Therapy licenseissuedbyNYSDepartment ofEducation.
• One year of practical experience as a licensed physical therapist.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

• About the area:
• Delaware County is situated in the southeastern part of New York State. Its located within the Catskill Mountains region and is known for its scenic beauty and rural character. The county seat is Delhi, which is centrally located within the county. Delaware County is bordered by several other counties, including Otsego to the west, Schoharie to the north, and Sullivan to the south. The area is popular for outdoor recreation such as hiking, fishing, and skiing.
• Short drive to many colleges and universities. This area boasts recreation, relaxation, museums, shopping, music festivals, culture with choice of restaurants and the best New York state wineries.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 70000

Salary Max : $ 100000

Currency Type : USD