Physical Therapist, Home Health

Full Time
Bradenton, FL
Posted
Job description
Manatee Health at Home by BAYADA is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist, PT, for a per diem opportunity performing home health visits for our visits office, located in Manatee County, FL . This office services adult and geriatric clients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Manatee County.

One year prior clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist 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.

At Manatee Health at Home by BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow. Watch this video to learn more about field employee career pathing:

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 Florida 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.
Manatee Health at Home by 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
  • To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here
  • 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.


Manatee Health at Home by BAYADA, a joint venture with Universal Health Services (UHS), which owns Manatee Healthcare System, comprised of Manatee Memorial Hospital, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center and more than 15 primary care, urgent care, and specialty practices affiliations—and BAYADA Home Health Care—a leading, national not-for-profit home health care provider—is on a mission to reimagine the future of health care services for residents of West Central Florida. By leveraging the combined resources and expertise of Manatee Healthcare System and BAYADA, Manatee Health at Home by BAYADA will strengthen the post-acute continuum of care, offering easy access to quality care to meet the increasing demand for in-home services, particularly among the aging population. Home health services—which may include nursing, and physical, occupational, and speech/language therapies—help people recover from an illness, injury, or recent hospitalization, or manage a chronic condition so they may avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and continue living safely at home, where they most want to be. Manatee Health at Home by BAYADA is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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