Job Type: Full-time/Part-time
Location: Queens, New York
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated physical therapist with experience in providing physical therapy services in patients’ (children and adults) homes in Queens, New York. The Physical Therapist will be responsible for evaluating patients, creating individualized treatment plans, and teaching patients physical therapy exercises for healing and rehabilitation. The successful candidate will have a passion for helping people achieve wellness through physical therapy treatment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical and functional abilities to determine current level of function and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Design and implement customized treatment plans, including goal setting, exercise programs, and education/training, to help patients manage their condition and improve their overall function and mobility.
- Provide efficient, high-quality physical therapy treatment to patients and caregivers in the home setting.
- Document patient progress, reassessments, and outcomes using electronic medical records.
- Educate and instruct patients, caregivers, and families on therapy treatment plans, goals, and exercise programs.
- Monitor patients’ progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal results.
- Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry standards and advancements.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program and licensed to practice in New York state.
- Minimum of two years of experience in providing physical therapy services in patients’ homes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and caregivers.
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize numerous responsibilities and duties.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to assess patient needs, goals, and barriers to treatment.
- Knowledge and familiarity with various treatment techniques and equipment.
- Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
Benefit Package Includes
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in patients’ homes, shifting from sitting to standing to walking during every visit.
- Must be able to lift, support and transfer patients up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to perform related physical therapy activities which require lifting, bending, standing, kneeling, and continuous manual dexterity.
If you are an experienced physical therapist who thrives in a home health care setting, enjoys working independently, and is passionate about helping patients meet their rehabilitation goals, we encourage you to submit your resume for consideration.