Urgent need - Physical Therapist - Home Health Care

Physical Therapist – Start of Care (SOC) | Adult Homecare I Oneida County
Delivering Personalized Rehabilitation Excellence from the First Visit • Be the First. Make the Difference • Up to $12,500 Sign-On Bonus * • Fleet Vehicle Program Available
As a Start of Care Physical Therapist, you play a critical role in launching a patient's homecare journey. You complete comprehensive initial assessments, establish the physical therapy plan of care, and ensure the interdisciplinary team has a clear clinical picture to guide treatment moving forward.
At Nascentia Health, SOC therapists enjoy a high level of autonomy, modern mobile technology, and the full support of an experienced office-based clinical team. You'll focus on thorough, high-quality start-of-care visits, document efficiently in the field, and move confidently through your day knowing your clinical judgment shapes patient outcomes from day one. You'll provide one-on-one care to adult patients in their homes, supported by a collaborative team, and a structure designed to promote work-life balance.
You enjoy comprehensive assessments and setting a strong clinical foundation
Nascentia Health is a leader in post-acute and long-term community-based care
We deliver innovative, patient-centered care where patients want to be at home
We support our clinicians with the tools, technology, and teamwork needed to succeed
Nascentia Health was ranked the 13th Best Company to Work for in New York for 2025!
What You'll Do as a Start of Care Physical Therapist
Provide high-quality, comprehensive physical therapy assessments and establish patient-centered plans of care during start-of-care visits.
Determine patient appropriateness for homecare services
Perform thorough start-of-care and comprehensive assessments
Develop individualized physical therapy plans of care using an interdisciplinary approach
Communicate findings, recommendations, and plans to physicians and the care team
Ensure documentation meets all quality and regulatory standards, including:
OASIS completion in accordance with CMS guidelines
Care Coordination & Team Collaboration

Report on findings and plans to the Case Manager, Care Team, and Clinical Supervisor
Develop care plans for paraprofessional staff as applicable and:
Provide oversight and supervision of home health aides
Communicate relevant care information to the home health aide department

Current New York State Physical Therapy license
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle (Fleet Program available)
Minimum one year of home health experience required
Proficient computer skills, including electronic medical records
Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity (including but not limited to): Pushing/pulling on average 50 lbs. patient transfers, extensive bending, standing, kneeling, walking in various weather conditions and ability to go up and down stairs.
Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written or verbal communication
Ability to use telephone and communicate over the phone
Frequently uses a laptop computer to enter orders and obtain product information
12,500 Sign-On Bonus

• Retention Bonuses
• On-Site Gym (free for all employees)
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Platform
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Sick and Extended Sick Leave
• Short/Long term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

~ About Nascentia Health:
Nascentia Health is leading the way in home care, post acute care and long-term community health. A healthcare system without walls, Nascentia is an innovator in the concept of healthcare, truly focused on the patient as a whole. By serving people in their homes, Nascentia Health is able to provide true holistic care. We can address immediate needs, help support positive long term medical and lifestyle choices that provide for better outcomes, leverage cutting edge in-home care technologies, and help avoid unnecessary visits to busy healthcare facilities.
Our employees are our greatest asset. They work hard every day to make our system amazing and are dedicated to our mission of being the premier home and community-based care system for the regions we serve. Nascentia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)