PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Physical Therapist

Come join this collaborative and innovated team. At IntegriHome, you will enjoy weekly pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance and the ability to grow in your career.

Ready to love working again and be proud of where you work? Do you want to be valued and have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? If you answered 'yes,' we can't wait to introduce you to our team of dedicated, caring professionals.

Join one of the largest post-acute health care systems across Massachusetts, committed to fulfilling the health and residential needs of the population in the communities we serve.

Why choose IntegriHome:

• Competitive compensation
• Employee satisfaction
• Growth and career advancement
• Cookouts and luncheons
• Culture of respect and empowerment
• Celebrating individuality
• Recognizing excellence

Benefits include but not limited to:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Medical insurance
• FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• HRA
• 401(k)

From short term rehab and recovery to long term skilled nursing care, hospice services, restorative care, and even respite care, we are by your side. IntegriHome has been caring for area families since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life.

The Physical Therapist plans and provides physical therapy services to the clients in their home in accordance with the Plan of Care and the company's policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist performs functions which require substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and skill based upon the principles of psychological, biological, and social services and must be able to make judgements accordingly. The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Branch Manager.

This is a part-time, 20-hour per week position, with an opportunity to grow into full-time.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Administers physical therapy evaluations. Participates in the development of the Plan of Care.
• Provides physical therapy treatments, procedures, evaluations, and diagnostic tests for clients under the direction of their physician for whom therapy has been medically prescribed.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes. Reports to physician and the Branch Manager the client's response to treatment or change in condition.
• Instructs and supervises PTAs, HHAs, LPNs, and RNs in therapy program when appropriate.
• Provides families with information, support, and encouragement to help motivate clients in their progress. Instructs client's family on home physical therapy program.
• Maintains positive and effective communication with all staff and others. Understands and participates in team concept.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families, and employees.
• Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports to the office any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Branch

Physical/environmental demands: Heavy to very heavy. Involves lifting clients, bending, stooping, stretching, and setting up equipment. Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and community settings. Must be able to drive or use public transportation in all types of weather.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Massachusetts.
• Have at least two (2) years experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience. Home care experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation in order to travel to multiple company business stops a day.
• A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
• Proof of negative PPD or documentation of negative chest x-ray.
• Current CPR certification is highly recommended.
• Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings including but not limited to those of the Massachusetts Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals and Entities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities