Physical Therapist (Home Care)

Overview

• Provide professional rehabilitation services to patients in a home care setting, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Evaluate patients comprehensively to develop individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs and goals.
• Implement goal-oriented therapy programs to improve functional outcomes and enhance patient quality of life.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and effective care delivery.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and provide performance assessments and guidance.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, including progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to align with evolving needs and goals.
• Support discharge planning and recommend continued care or services as necessary.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct patient evaluations within required timeframes, ensuring a holistic assessment of their condition.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable short- and long-term outcomes.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services in accordance with physician orders and established care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care and services.
• Supervise and assess the performance of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs).
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards, including progress notes and reassessments.
• Adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and feedback to optimize outcomes.
• Participate in discharge planning, providing recommendations for continued care or services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy and active NJ Physical Therapist License required.
• Minimum of 6 months of Physical Therapy experience; Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification and proficiency in EMR systems required.
• Strong clinical judgment, patient assessment, and communication skills essential.
• Ability to work independently in a home health setting and collaborate effectively with teams.
• Physical capability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs and remain active for extended periods.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic environment.