Physical Therapist- Hospice, Per diem

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BAYADA Home Health Care seeks an experienced Physical Therapist for a per diem hospice role in Linwood, NJ, providing care to adult and geriatric clients across Atlantic and Cape May counties per visit. The ideal candidate holds a NJ PT license, has at least one year of PT experience, and thrives in a multidisciplinary hospice team to help patients remain at home. Duties include home visits, mobility and safety assessments, individualized care plans, patient and family education, and EMR documentation. Pay ranges from $65 to $75 per hour with comprehensive benefits and clear career opportunities. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight independence, travel readiness, EMR skills, and a concise cover letter.

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for a Per diem opportunity performing hospice visits for our hospice office in Linwood, NJ. This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Atlantic and Cape May counties.

One year prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist is required.  As a hospice Physical Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary hospice care team that provides palliative, nursing, therapeutic and personal care and social services to hospice clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the care required to remain at home.

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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.
• 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 NJ 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:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: 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
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• 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, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• 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.

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications and subject to negotiation:

$65-$75 per hour

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

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BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.  Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.