OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Physical Therapist

Salary: $123,000.00 - $126,000.00

Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OLDER ADULTS

At Matter of Care, we believe every older adult deserves the opportunity to age with dignity, independence, and the support they need to thrive in their community. As part of the CenterLight Health System family, we partner with participants and their families to deliver compassionate, coordinated care that improves quality of life and helps individuals remain safely in their homes.

This is a regional therapy role—not a traditional home health position. Most services are delivered in PACE sites and outpatient/clinic settings, with home or community visits completed on a limited, participant-needs basis. In addition to direct care, the role has a meaningful focus on quality reviews, documentation, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Evaluate participants and provide individualized physical therapy treatment to improve mobility, function, safety, comfort, and independence.
• Deliver care across PACE sites and outpatient/clinic settings, with limited home, nursing home, or community-based visits when participant needs require them.
• Develop and update therapy plans of care in collaboration with participants, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team (IDT).
• Document evaluations, progress notes, care plans, treatment activity, and other required information accurately and timely in the EMR.
• Serve as an active member of the IDT and contribute therapy expertise to care planning, service determinations, transitions, and participant outcomes.
• Support quality assurance through chart reviews, audits, documentation reviews, and recommendations that strengthen service delivery and compliance.
• Partner with the Regional Rehabilitation Manager and Director of Rehabilitation on quality improvement initiatives, regulatory readiness, and operational needs.
• Provide clinical guidance, mentoring, orientation, and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, students, and new team members as assigned.
• Promote safe clinical practices, appropriate use of equipment and supplies, and a clean, participant-centered treatment environment.
• Travel within the assigned region to support PACE locations and participant care needs.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current and valid New York State Physical Therapy license/registration.
• At least one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population; candidates with less than one year may qualify with appropriate PACE-provided training in accordance with program requirements.
• Ability to practice within all applicable professional, state, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to travel within the assigned region, including between PACE sites and, when clinically necessary, participant homes, nursing homes, or other care settings.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with participants, caregivers, colleagues, and interdisciplinary partners.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including assisting with participant mobility and safely lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds as required.
• Medical clearance for communicable diseases and required immunizations prior to direct participant contact.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of physical therapy experience.
• Experience across multiple clinical settings such as outpatient, rehabilitation, home health, or acute care.
• Geriatric rehabilitation experience.
• Knowledge of PACE regulations and interdisciplinary care models.
• Experience with Care Compass or other electronic medical record systems.
• Bilingual skills based on the participant demographics of the assigned region.

WHY JOIN MATTER OF CARE?

• Monday-Friday daytime schedule
• Travel Reimbursements
• 28 Paid Time Off (PTO) days annually
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Transit and commuter benefits
• Gym reimbursement up to $400 annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relias learning platform and professional development opportunities

ABOUT MATTER OF CARE

Matter of Care is a member of the CenterLight Health System family and is dedicated to helping older adults receive high-quality, coordinated healthcare services while maintaining their independence and dignity.

Through a participant-centered approach and strong community partnerships, we work every day to improve health outcomes and quality of life for the individuals and families we serve.

Disclaimer: Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, height, weight, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.