Physical Therapist - Home Health Admissions

Physical Therapist - Admissions / SOC Visits - Senior Living BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for a full time opportunity performing home health visits for our North Boston Senior Living office. This team works with clients on a per visit basis in a senior living setting (Assisted Living / Independent Living) throughout Essex County and parts of Middlesex County. This position will primarily include Start of Care / Admission visits, so current/recent Medicare Certified Home Health and OASIS documentation experience 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. 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 MA Physical Therapist - PT license. • A minimum of one year of recent work experience as a Physical Therapist - PT. • 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: • 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. • 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. Additional Information: • Base Pay: $65-70 per point, based on qualifications • To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here . 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