Homecare Physical Therapist - Full Time (Brooklyn - Field Based)

Physical Therapist Responsibilities: 

• Travel to and from patients' homes, providing physical therapy as ordered by a physician in accordance with the designated plan of care. 
• Design treatment plans that achieve results through personalized, 1-on-1 individualized care. 
• Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. 
• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms and review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons 
• Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move about 
• Develop quality, personalized, evidence-based care intervention programs that improve outcomes 
• Use hands-on therapy such as massage to ease patients’ pain and provide stimulation to promote healing 
• Maintain patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly 
• Instructs family members, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques and what to expect from the recovery process 

Qualifications:

• Current Physical Therapy Licensure in NY State 
• Graduate degree or greater in physical therapy
• Proven work experience as a physical therapist
• Intensive education and clinical expertise
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills