Physical Therapist

Description Sign on BONUS may be available for this position. Home care is the future of health care. More and more patients are deciding to heal where they feel most comfortable—at home. Enjoy a career that celebrates your exceptional skill and autonomy, applies your adaptability and critical thinking, and encourages you to perform at the highest clinical level. VNH is an established leader in home health care and hospice, serving this community since 1907. As a non-profit, our only goal is helping people and providing you with the right team and resources to care for your patients. Responsibilities of Physical Therapist include: Clinical assessment and treatment of patients referred by a licensed physician. Coordinate and communicate treatment activities with health care team members and the patient. Supervise Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) and contribute to the professional development of new staff and health professional students. Evaluate patient’s needs for physical therapy and develop appropriate treatment plan. Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy, and professional standards of care. Instruct family members, PTA’s, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques. Coordinate physical therapy progress with other caregivers and ensure appropriate physical therapy techniques. Refer patients to other professionals or agencies when appropriate. Qualifications of Physical Therapist include: Must possess an active PT license or be license eligible in both VT and NH. Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Enthusiastic Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Functional Expert Considered a thought leader on a subject Functional Expert Considered a thought leader on a subject Motivations Preferred Entrepreneurial Spirit Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business Self-Starter Inspired to perform without outside help Education Required Bachelors or better. Experience Preferred One year of experience as a physical therapist in a hospital, clinic or home health agency. Two years of acute care preferred. Licenses & Certifications Required Physical Therapist Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr