Outpatient Home Health Physical Therapist

About the Role

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a Full-Time or Part-Time opportunity performing outpatient visits within Senior Living Communities. This role will treat geriatric clients residing in Assisted Living and Independent Living Communities in Newton, focusing on optimizing function and independence through evidence-based interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Make outpatient visits to clients in designated senior living communities.
• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, including mobility/range of joints, transfer status, stability, ambulation patterns, muscle strength and endurance, balance, and safety assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, and balance interventions.
• Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy - PT plan of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings.
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, or community staff on therapy services and activities.
• Document observations, interventions, and evaluations using a touch-pad tablet.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• A current Massachusetts Physical Therapist license.
• Experience with geriatric clients is beneficial.
• Experience with outpatient services within Senior Living Communities is beneficial.

Qualifications

• New Grad Physical Therapists are encouraged to apply.
• No prior experience required.

Benefits & Compensation

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer-paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit, and employee assistance program.
• Base Pay: $48.00 - $54.00 per hour depending on qualifications.