• Job Description

  Req#: 1560997

  Physical Therapist (PT)

  Newport News, VA

  This is a full-time, Physical Therapist position. In order to be considered for this position, you must have a valid and active PT license in the state of VA.

  Pay: $100, 000- $120,000 annually

  About Us: With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled professionals to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home.

  Why Choose Us: At Personal-Touch Home Care, we are committed to creating a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members. Our established history and reputation provide a stable and trusted foundation for your career. Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families.

  We are seeking a qualified Full-Time Salaried Physical Therapist for our office location in Newport News, VA and will service the Greater Hampton Roads area.

  Job Overview: The Physical Therapist is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for physical therapy services. Completing initial assessments, routine visits and communicating all patient related information back to the office and documenting accordingly.

  Responsibilities:

  • Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:

  • Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.

  • Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehabilitation.

  • Directing physical therapy treatment.

  • Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.

  • Determining priority needs for physical therapy.

  • Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.

  • Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with the patient, as well as instructing them to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.

  • May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.

  • Supervising physical therapy assistant, home health aides/personal care aides when such personnel are participating in patient’s rehabilitation regime.

  • Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary. 6. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.

  • Participates in discharge planning for patient.

  • Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals.

  • Provides physical therapy consultation to families/caregivers when indicated.

  • Provides in-service education for nursing personnel as needed.

  • Participates in peer consultation process.

  • Other duties as assigned.

  
  Qualifications:

  • Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State

  • Preferred two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist. Home Health experience preferred.

  • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

  • Strong computer skills; familiarity with Allscripts/NetSmart preferred.

  • Physical Therapy License (Required for State of VA)

  • CPR Certification (Required)

  Job Type: FT, Salaried

  Pay: $100, 000- $120,000 annually

  Schedule: Monday to Friday

  Work Location: On the road

  We are excited to welcome passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team at Personal Touch Home Care. We’re more than just a company, we’re a close-knit family dedicated to supporting each other’s success and well-being. Apply now and join us in making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

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