Physical Therapist — Northampton, MA at Powerback

About Powerback

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

About the Role

Powerback is reimagining the delivery of recovery, rehabilitation, and wellness services through an empowered, patient-centered approach. This role focuses on delivering outpatient rehabilitation services primarily in an in-home setting for the older adult population. Whether in a patient's private residence or a room within an independent living facility, you will provide care in the most functional environment possible.

As a Physical Therapist with Powerback, you will evaluate and treat patients to facilitate rehabilitation, developing and delivering individualized programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Your work involves instructing and training patients and caregivers in skills essential for promoting independence, while directing activities to maintain health and safety. You will collaborate with the broader rehabilitation team to select appropriate therapeutic regimens and make referrals to other disciplines to address comprehensive patient needs.

This position offers a flexible schedule and work environment, allowing you to make a lasting impact on patients' ability to feel better, move better, and live better.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to supporting your growth and well-being from day one. New graduates can join our Clinical Mentorship Program to learn from the best in the field. We offer free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through Medbridge to help you keep growing. Additionally, we support Visa or Green Card sponsorships and offer a Journey Travel Program for those interested in working across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.

Hiring Process

We are looking for passionate professionals to join our team. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of older adults and children, we invite you to apply. Please note that a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation is required for this mobile role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Powerback is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Work location

Work model: On-site

101, Prospect Street, Northampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, 01060, United States

Northampton, Massachusetts

Key Responsibilities

check_circleAdapt treatment plans and select activities based on individual patient needs and capabilities
check_circleMaintain timely clinical and billing documentation and adhere to department treatment schedules
check_circleConduct home and community mobility assessments to recommend safe environments for patients
check_circleImplement physical therapy programs including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and gait training
check_circleCollaborate with the rehabilitation team to select appropriate therapeutic regimens and make referrals to other disciplines
check_circleScreen, examine, and evaluate patients to establish diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans
check_circleSupervise Physical Therapy Assistants, students, and support personnel in accordance with licensure requirements
check_circleProvide patient and caregiver education on mobility skills, chronic disease management, and fall prevention

Requirements

verifiedValid Physical Therapy license in state of practice or proof of eligibility
verifiedMaster's degree in Physical Therapy
verifiedMaster's degree in PT related field plus Bachelor's in PT
verifiedBachelor's degree in PT plus 5 years of progressively responsible PT experience
verifiedValid driver's license or reliable independent transportation

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision plans for Full-Time team memberscheck_circleDental and Vision plans for Part-Time team memberscheck_circleGenerous paid time off for Full-Time and Part-Time team memberscheck_circlePowerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduatesFree CEUs through Medbridge

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Physical Therapy, Therapeutic Exercise, Balance Coordination, Agility Training, Body Mechanics, Postural Stabilization, Flexibility Exercises, Gait And Locomotion Training, Neuromotor Development Training, Strength Training.

Education: Master's degree in Physical Therapy required or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy with 5 years experience as alternative.

Frequently asked questions about Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback

What does a Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback will adapt treatment plans and select activities based on individual patient needs and capabilities; maintain timely clinical and billing documentation and adhere to department treatment schedules; conduct home and community mobility assessments to recommend safe environments for patients; and implement physical therapy programs including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and gait training.

What are the requirements for this Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient role?expand_more

To qualify for the Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback position, applicants should have: Valid Physical Therapy license in state of practice or proof of eligibility; Master's degree in Physical Therapy; Master's degree in PT related field plus Bachelor's in PT; Bachelor's degree in PT plus 5 years of progressively responsible PT experience; and Valid driver's license or reliable independent transportation.

Where is the Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient role at Powerback located?expand_more

Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback is based in 101, Prospect Street, Northampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, 01060, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Powerback has listed this Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient role?expand_more

Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient role at Powerback?expand_more

Key skills for Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback include Physical Therapy; Therapeutic Exercise; Balance Coordination; Agility Training; Body Mechanics; Postural Stabilization; Flexibility Exercises; and Gait And Locomotion Training.

What education is required for Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in Physical Therapy required or equivalent experience; and Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy with 5 years experience as alternative.

What category does the Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient role belong to?expand_more

Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient at Powerback is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Physical Therapist (PT) - Mobile Outpatient