Physical Therapist

<h1><strong>Physical Therapist (PT) – Home Health Visits</strong></h1> <h2>Per-diem Opportunity</h2> <h3>Essex County, NJ</h3> <p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Competitive Pay | Flexible Schedule | One-on-One Patient Care</strong></p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced <strong>Physical Therapist (PT)</strong> to join our Essex County team, providing home health visits to adult and geriatric clients throughout the area.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll enjoy the independence of managing your own schedule while delivering personalized, one-on-one care that helps clients safely recover and remain in the comfort of their own homes. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team committed to providing exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.</p> <h2>Why You'll Love This Opportunity:</h2> <ul data-spread="false"> <li>Full-time schedule with flexibility and autonomy</li> <li>One-on-one patient care</li> <li>Manageable geographic territories</li> <li>Competitive per-visit compensation</li> <li>Weekly pay and direct deposit</li> <li>Mileage reimbursement</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package</li> <li>Supportive clinical leadership and mentorship</li> <li>Career growth and advancement opportunities</li> <li>Scholarship and continuing education programs</li> </ul> <h2>Responsibilities:</h2> <ul data-spread="false"> <li>Provide skilled physical therapy services through home visits within designated territories.</li> <li>Perform comprehensive evaluations, including assessments of mobility, strength, balance, gait, endurance, transfers, safety, and functional abilities.</li> <li>Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician orders.</li> <li>Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, and mobility training.</li> <li>Provide integumentary and wound prevention interventions as clinically appropriate.</li> <li>Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.</li> <li>Educate patients, caregivers, and family members to promote safety, independence, and successful recovery at home.</li> <li>Continuously assess patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.</li> <li>Accurately document evaluations, interventions, and patient progress using electronic medical records and tablet technology.</li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications:</h2> <ul data-spread="false"> <li>Current New Jersey Physical Therapist (PT) license.</li> <li>Minimum of one year of recent clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.</li> <li>Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.</li> <li>Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred.</li> <li>Prior home health experience is a plus but not required.</li> </ul> <h2>Why BAYADA?</h2> <p class="isSelectedEnd">At BAYADA, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We're committed to supporting our clinicians with the tools, training, and resources they need to build rewarding careers while delivering exceptional care.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">Our benefits may include:</p> <ul data-spread="false"> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>Paid time off</li> <li>Mileage reimbursement</li> <li>Weekly pay and direct deposit</li> <li>401(k) with company match</li> <li>Scholarship and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>One-on-one training and mentorship</li> <li>Recognition and referral bonus programs</li> <li>Specialized career advancement tracks</li> </ul> <p class="isSelectedEnd">At BAYADA, you'll be part of a team that leads with compassion, excellence, and reliability while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.</p> <h2>Compensation:</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="margi