Home Health Physical Therapist
Northampton, Massachusetts
Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice
$2,622-2,919/weekAequor Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist Home Health
Location: Northampton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
Provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes according to the plan of care. This role requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill in physical therapy principles. The Physical Therapist will work within established policies and procedures and collaborate with the clinical rehabilitation team.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy experience, including experience within the last year
- Experience in a Home Care setting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
- Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
Additional Requirements
- Documentation of immunizations or proof of immunity for MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
- TB test documentation within 3 months of start date, updated if break >6 months
- Physician health statement within 1 year of start date, updated if break >6 months
- Criminal background checks, including state and national registries, within required timeframes
- Skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission
- Respirator fit test (N95) within 1 year of start date, updated annually
- Motor vehicle record check within 45 days of start date (required for home care roles)
- Color badge photo taken within past 6 months
Notes
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
- All professional licenses and certifications must be verified and current.
- Compliance with all health and safety screenings and background checks is mandatory.
This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist with home health experience seeking a long-term assignment in Massachusetts.
Facility
Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice
Northampton, MA
About
Northampton is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Connecticut River defining the town's eastern border while Mount Holyoke, the westernmost peak of the Holyoke Range, is just beyond. Downtown Northampton is rich in history, culture and the arts. It's home to first-rate galleries, museums, bookstores, a thriving music scene, eclectic eateries, breweries and well-preserved buildings dating from the early-18th to the mid-19th centuries. For live theater, film, music, dance and art, the Academy of Music Theater sits within a majestic building that opened in 1891 as the country's first municipally-owned theater. For those looking to further their education, school is a priority in the heart of the Five-College Area. It’s the home of the prestigious Smith College and offers abundant opportunities for lifelong learning.
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