Physical Therapist

Home Care Poughkeepsie, New York


Description

Position at HQ Home Care-Certified

Physical Therapist – Western CT Home Care
Hourly Rate: $40.43 – $75.10 | Full-Time | Exempt
Benefits We Offer
  • $30,000 sign-on bonus
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Schedule flexibility
  • Generous PTO package
  • Mileage reimbursement
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Western Connecticut Home Care, part of Nuvance Health, we know our team is our greatest strength. We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is encouraged, and your work makes a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy (Master’s or Doctorate preferred)
  • Current Connecticut PT license
  • Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience (home health experience preferred)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for patient and family education
  • Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary care team
Position Summary
As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you will provide expert rehabilitation services directly to patients in their homes, helping them regain independence, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life.
 
Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive physical therapy assessments, including functional limitations, mobility status, endurance, and ADL performance
  • Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, caregivers, and physicians
  • Provide therapeutic interventions to restore function, improve mobility, and manage pain
  • Educate patients and families on exercise programs, equipment use, and safety strategies
  • Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
  • Supervise PTAs and home health aides as needed
  • Document care in compliance with agency and regulatory standards
  • Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
 
Location
Western Connecticut Home Care – Serving patients across the region with compassionate, high-quality care in the comfort of their homes.