Home Visits Physical Therapist

Job description

Physical Therapist - Home Health BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking a Physical Therapist to provide exceptional care to adult and geriatric patients in their homes located in the North Andover / Haverhill / Newburyport area, and surrounding towns. As a home health Physical Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides skilled nursing and rehabilitative care to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to maintain their independence. Responsibilities include: - Making visits to clients in their homes - 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. - Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance and other interventions. - Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy care plan and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate. - Educate and instruct clients, family members or other client representatives,...