Physical Therapist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on5, Centre Street, Mikas Pond, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554, United States
About the Role
As a Physical Therapist with VNA, you will serve as a vital member of our interdisciplinary team, dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality home health care. This role exists to ensure that patients receive skilled, evidence-based therapy in the comfort of their own homes, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life.
In this position, you will be responsible for evaluating patient needs, developing comprehensive plans of care, and coordinating with physicians and other care providers to address significant changes in patient conditions. Your day-to-day involves conducting skilled evaluations, providing direct care and instruction, and supervising Home Health Aides to ensure continuity of care. You will also play a key role in maintaining national standards for home health care by utilizing HHRG values to establish visit frequencies and ensuring annual outcomes meet national benchmarks.
Beyond clinical duties, you will be the face of VNA's commitment to CARES—demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service in every interaction with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues. Your clear and concise documentation will reflect the specifics of teaching, direct care, and patient responses, ensuring a seamless record of skilled care delivery.
Work location
Work model: On-site
5, Centre Street, Mikas Pond, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554, United States
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMaintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard
- check_circleUtilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and interdisciplinary utilization
- check_circleEvaluate clinical needs and develop patient plans of care
- check_circleParticipate in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences
- check_circlePlan and coordinate patient discharges and complete paperwork
- check_circleInstruct and supervise Home Health Aide plans of care every 14 days
- check_circleObtain and clarify valid MD orders for all care delivered
- check_circleNotify MDs of significant changes in patient condition
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor of Science Degree or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and by the American Physical Therapy Association
- verifiedCurrent PT license in Mass.
- verifiedOne (1) year clinical experience
- verifiedCPR certification required
Nice to Have
Computer skills
Benefits & Perks
check_circleSign-On Bonus Eligible
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Physical Therapy, PT License, CPR Certification, Computer Skills, HHRG Values, Interdisciplinary Utilization, National Benchmarks, Plan Of Care, Interdisciplinary Patient Case Conferences, Home Health Aide.
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy; Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.
Frequently asked questions about Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare
What does a Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare will maintain annual hhrg values at the national standard; utilize hhrg values to establish visit frequency and interdisciplinary utilization; evaluate clinical needs and develop patient plans of care; and participate in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences.
What are the requirements for this Physical Therapist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare position, applicants should have: Bachelor of Science Degree or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and by the American Physical Therapy Association; Current PT license in Mass.; One (1) year clinical experience; and CPR certification required.
Where is the Physical Therapist role at Cape Cod Healthcare located?expand_more
Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare is based in 5, Centre Street, Mikas Pond, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Physical Therapist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Cape Cod Healthcare has listed this Physical Therapist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Physical Therapist role?expand_more
Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Physical Therapist role at Cape Cod Healthcare?expand_more
Key skills for Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare include Physical Therapy; PT License; CPR Certification; Computer Skills; HHRG Values; Interdisciplinary Utilization; National Benchmarks; and Plan Of Care.
What education is required for Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy; and Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.
What category does the Physical Therapist role belong to?expand_more
Physical Therapist at Cape Cod Healthcare is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Cape Cod Healthcare
Cape Cod Healthcare operates as a comprehensive healthcare organization based in Hyannis, MA, serving the residents and visitors of the Cape Cod region. The system includes two acute care hospitals, a Level III trauma center, seven urgent care centers, and a network of primary and specialty care facilities. Additional services encompass homecare and hospice through VNA, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, and an assisted living facility. The organization employs over 5,000 staff members alongside more than 600 physicians and 250 volunteers to deliver these essential services.
The healthcare provider offers a wide range of medical specialties, including imaging and radiology, heart and vascular care, surgical services, and orthopedics. By partnering with other health and human service providers and investing in new technologies, the organization maintains high standards in patient care. This approach ensures access to exceptional medical services across the community.
For over a century, the organization has focused on its mission to coordinate and deliver high-quality, accessible health services. This long-standing commitment aims to enhance the health of everyone in the Cape Cod area, regardless of whether they are permanent residents or temporary visitors. The entity continues to operate within the hospitals and health care industry with a dedication to community wellness and advanced medical support.
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