Physical Therapist - Home Care jobs in Rochester, NY

Physical Therapist - Home Care evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, or surgery in a home care environment. Establishes individualized treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Physical Therapist - Home Care maintains patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly. Advises patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process. Additionally, Physical Therapist - Home Care may work with and/or consult with physicians, case managers, and other medical professionals. Requires a doctorate degree in physical therapy. Requires a state license to practice physical therapy. Typically reports to a manager. Physical Therapist - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Physical Therapist - Fulltime - Home Visits
  • HCR Home Care
  • Rochester, NY FULL_TIME

  • Role and Responsibilities
    A qualified professional, who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides physical therapy services to patients in the home, following physician’s orders.

    Essential Functions
    • Evaluate patient using diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests and measures.
    • Prepare an assessment of the patient’s condition at the time of the initial evaluation and perform periodic re-evaluations, develop a written problem list and plan of care including types and frequencies of treatment.
    • Recommend modification of plan of care to physician, as needed.
    • Document clinical notes on the date of the visit into medical record and keep all records and summaries up-to-date.
    • Treat patients to address impairments and functional limitations, with a goal of reaching maximum functional independence.
    • Instruct and/or recommend patients and their caregivers in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and durable medical equipment (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
    • Include and educate the patient and caregiver(s) regarding treatment plan and goals.
    • Attend physical therapy staff meetings and in-service presentations.
    • Participate in case conferences.
    • Participate in the development and periodic revision of the physician’s Plan of Treatment.
    • Assure appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

    Education Requirements
    • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

    Qualifications and Requirements
    • Current, valid Physical Therapy license issued by NYS Department of Education.
    • One year of practical experience as a licensed physical therapist.

    Work Environment
    The Physical Therapist is primarily in a non-office setting and may be exposed to outdoor conditions.

    The working conditions are classified as medium work:
    • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Medium work involves sitting and standing.

    Physical Requirements
    The following is a description of the physical requirements on a daily basis for the Physical Therapist. While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly expected to:
    • Stand
    • Sit
    • Hear
    • Walk
    • Talk
    • Stoop or kneel
    • Repetitive motion

    This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

    EOE/AA Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran

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Physical Therapist - Home Care
  • Rochester Regional Health Careers
  • Rochester, NY FULL_TIME
  • HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal ...
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Physical Therapist
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Rose, NY FULL_TIME
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As aHome Health Physical Therapist, you will:Plan and administer prescribed skilled physical therapy treatment and training for patie...
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Physical Therapist
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • North Rose, NY FULL_TIME
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As aHome Health Physical Therapist, you will:Plan and administer prescribed skilled physical therapy treatment and training for patie...
  • 8 Days Ago
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Physical Therapist
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Shortsville, NY FULL_TIME
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As aHome Health Physical Therapist, you will:Plan and administer prescribed skilled physical therapy treatment and training for patie...
  • 8 Days Ago
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Physical Therapist
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Manchester, NY FULL_TIME
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As aHome Health Physical Therapist, you will:Plan and administer prescribed skilled physical therapy treatment and training for patie...
  • 8 Days Ago
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About Rochester, New York

Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) east-northeast of Buffalo and about 87 miles (140 km) west of Syracuse and Albany, the state capital is 226 miles (360 km) to the east ; it sits on Lake Ontario's southern shore. The Genesee River bisects the city. Toronto, Canada is northwest 168 miles (270 km) and New York City is about 350 miles (560 km) to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96 km2), of which 35.8 square m...
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Income Estimation for Physical Therapist - Home Care jobs
$98,383 to $115,067
Rochester, New York area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
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What does a Physical Therapist - Home Care do?

Physical Therapist - Home Care in Ann Arbor, MI
The main duty of a physical therapist is to control the pain and restore the mobility of a patient who suffered from any physical injury or illness.
February 20, 2020
Physical Therapist - Home Care in Altus, OK
HCR ManorCare provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy.
January 24, 2020
Physical Therapist - Home Care in Spartanburg, SC
CareLinx does not employ or recommend any care provider or care seeker nor is it responsible for the conduct of any care provider or care seeker.
January 21, 2020