Physical Therapist (PT)

Freehold, NJ 07728 | 40.241177148 | -74.276324299 BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for a full time or per diem position with our new Central NJ Senior Living team - a Medicare Certified home health office. This office provides best‑in‑class care to adult and geriatric clients living in communities that include assisted living, independent living, senior congregate living, 55+ communities, and intermediate care facilities for clients with intellectual disabilities throughout Somerset, Middlesex, and Monmouth Counties . *This position may also include seeing clients in the traditional home health community setting. Responsibilities 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. Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair utilizing evidence‑based dressings and topical agents. 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 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. Benefits Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Vision, dental and medical health plans. Employer‑paid life insurance. 401(k) with company match. Direct deposit. Employee assistance program. Training and scholarship opportunities. Career tracks and advancement opportunities. Salary $70.00 - $75.00 per point for full time; $75.00 - $80.00 per point for per diem. BAYADA is an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider and complies with all state/local mandates. BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. 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. Employees are encouraged to apply from all communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr BAYADA