iLocatum
Physical Therapist – Home Visits
Seeking Homecare Physical Therapist:
- We have a great opportunity for Physical Therapists to provide home visits.
- Join our supportive team at a reputable employee-owned home care company in New York State.
- Full-time position
- Direct hire
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Excellent benefits package
- Opportunities for continuing education and training with state-of-the-art technology
- Located in Otsego County, NY (Oneonta, NY / Cooperstown, NY area)
Benefits of this Home Visit PT position:
- We are an employee-owned company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ESOP provides long-term benefits for our employees as they grow with us.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401K (Pre-tax and Roth) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Company-paid life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement at Federal rate
• Holiday pay
• Paid travel time
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Employee recognition events
• Vehicle repair program
• Advanced learning and certification opportunities
• CEU opportunities for PT's
• Supportive leadership
Role and Responsibilities:
- As a qualified professional, your role will involve directing, supervising, evaluating, and providing physical therapy services to adult patients in their homes, as directed by physicians.
Essential Functions:
- Conduct diagnostic tests and assessments to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability of patients.
- Develop and periodically revise written problem lists, care plans, and treatment schedules based on evaluations.
- Communicate with physicians to recommend modifications in care plans, as necessary.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and notes.
- Address patient impairments and limitations, aiming for maximum functional independence.
- Educate patients and caregivers on the use of assistive devices and equipment.
- Keep patients and caregivers informed about treatment plans and goals.
- Participate in physical therapy staff meetings and case conferences.
- Collaborate in the development and revision of physicians' plans of treatment.
- Ensure adherence to safety practices and equipment maintenance.
- Perform any other assigned duties.
Education Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Current, valid Physical Therapy license issued by the NYS Department of Education
- At least one year of practical experience as a licensed physical therapist
Work Environment:
- The work primarily takes place in non-office settings, with exposure to outdoor conditions.
The working conditions are classified as medium work:
- Medium work - this involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body. It also involves sitting and standing.
Physical Requirements:
On a daily basis, the Physical Therapist is expected to:
- Stand
- Sit
- Hear
- Walk
- Talk
- Stoop or kneel
- Perform repetitive motion
About the area:
- Otsego County is located in central New York State. The largest city in Otsego County, New York, is Oneonta. Oneonta is the county seat and the most populous city in the county. It is known for its vibrant college-town atmosphere, with the State University of New York at Oneonta (SUNY Oneonta) and Hartwick College located there. Oneonta offers a range of cultural activities, parks, and outdoor recreation, making it a key center in Otsego County.
- The county is known for its rural landscape, which includes rolling hills, lakes, and forests. Otsego County is also home to Cooperstown, which is famous as the location of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The county is situated about halfway between Albany (to the east) and Syracuse (to the west).