Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) – Full-Time Home Health Ocean County, NJ | Senior Living Communities

Build meaningful relationships. Deliver one-on-one care. Enjoy the flexibility of home health.

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our Ocean County Senior Living Team , a Medicare-certified home health practice serving adult and geriatric clients throughout Ocean County, NJ.

In this role, you'll provide individualized therapy services to clients residing in assisted living communities, independent living communities, senior congregate housing, 55+ communities, and intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. You'll enjoy the autonomy to manage your schedule while making a meaningful impact on patients' mobility, safety, independence, and overall quality of life.

Why Join BAYADA?

• Flexible scheduling and autonomy
• One-on-one patient care focused on outcomes
• Small geographic territory throughout Ocean County
• Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
• Collaborative, supportive interdisciplinary team
• Career advancement opportunities and clinical development programs
• Weekly pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Nationally recognized leader in home health care

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric clients.
• Assess mobility, strength, balance, endurance, gait, transfers, range of motion, and overall functional status.
• Implement evidence-based interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, fall prevention, and functional mobility programs.
• Utilize integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote healing when appropriate.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Continually assess patient progress and modify treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes.
• Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on exercises, safety strategies, adaptive techniques, and disease management.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation utilizing electronic medical records and point-of-care technology.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Physical Therapist (PT) license.
• Minimum of one year of recent experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Home health experience preferred but not required.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time and priorities.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology.

Benefits & Perks

BAYADA believes our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to supporting your personal and professional growth through:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid time off, vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Employee assistance program
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Clinical training and continuing education
• Scholarship and career development programs
• Specialized career advancement pathways
• Recognition and rewards for excellence

Compensation

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation: $70.00–$75.00 per point ($109,200 - $117,00 annual earning potential)

Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, productivity, and employment status.

At BAYADA, our mission is simple: helping people have a safe home life with comfort, independence, and dignity. Join a team that values compassion, excellence, and reliability while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's most trusted home health care providers.

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

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

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.