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Nascentia Health

Physical Therapist

Nascentia Health, Watertown, New York, United States

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Physical Therapist – Adult Homecare I Jefferson County Delivering Personalized Rehabilitation Excellence in the Comfort of the Patient's Home!

Meaningful Therapy Beyond the Clinic Walls! If you’re a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping adults regain mobility, independence, and confidence at home, our Adult Homecare Team is where you belong.

At Nascentia Health, you’ll provide skilled, compassionate physical therapy to adults with chronic, acute, or complex conditions, right in the comfort of their homes. You’ll have the time, autonomy, and support to focus on what matters most: patient-centered care that truly makes a difference. You’ll provide one-on-one care to adult patients in their homes, supported by a collaborative team, and a structure designed to promote work-life balance.

Home visits are scheduled Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with no on-call requirement, and a one weekend a month rotation. This Full-Time position offers flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package.

About Us

Nascentia Health is a leader in post-acute and long-term community-based care

We deliver innovative, patient-centered care where patients want to be at home

We support our clinicians with the tools, technology, and teamwork needed to succeed

Nascentia Health was ranked the 13th Best Company to Work for in New York for 2025!

Ready to Make an Impact? Be the therapist who helps patients move better, live safer, and maintain independence at home. Join our Adult Homecare Team and experience physical therapy the way it was meant to be personal, meaningful, and deeply rewarding.

What You’ll Do as an Adult Homecare Physical Therapist Provide high-quality, evidence-based physical therapy services through assessment, treatment, education, and care coordination. You’ll be trusted and empowered to use your clinical expertise to improve patient outcomes.

Your responsibilities include:

Deliver safe, patient-centered physical therapy interventions in the home

Perform comprehensive patient assessments using best clinical practices

Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care

Serve as a key member of the interdisciplinary care team, communicating patient progress and care needs

Educate patients and caregivers on mobility, safety, and therapeutic exercises

Ensure accurate, timely, and clear documentation (including OASIS, within regulatory timeframes)

Supervise and provide oversight of paraprofessional staff, including home health aides, as related to the patient’s plan of care

Maintain compliance with infection control, quality improvement, and regulatory standards

Manage a diverse adult caseload while meeting productivity expectations

Stay current with clinical best practices and participate in ongoing education and in-services

What We’re Looking For!

Current New York State Physical Therapy license

Registered with New York State and the American Physical Therapy Association (as applicable)

Valid NYS driver’s license and automobile insurance

One year of physical therapy experience preferred (home care experience a plus)

Strong clinical judgment, organization, and ability to work independently

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit or stand at a desk 90% of the day

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity (including but not limited to): Pushing/pulling on average 50 lbs with a max of 150 lbs; lifting/carrying on average 25 lbs with a max of 40 lbs; patient transfers, extensive bending, standing, kneeling, walking in various weather conditions and ability to go up and down stairs.

Ability to drive in ALL weather conditions (rain, sleet, snow, wind).

Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written or verbal communication

Ability to use telephone and communicate over the phone

Frequently uses a laptop computer to enter orders and obtain product information

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Category I - Employee has tasks who routinely involve exposure or contact with blood and body fluids.

Competitive Salary Competitive Salary (This position is an S03 exempt position with a min-max rate of: $75,250- $87,138 annually) with:

$10,000 Sign-On bonus (restrictions may apply)

401K with generous Employer match

On-Site Gym (free for all employees)

Flexible Work Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Partially funded HSA

Employee Recognition Platform

Paid Time Off, Holidays, Sick and Extended Sick Leave

Short/Long term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Much More!

About Nascentia Health: Nascentia Health is leading the way in home care, post acute care and long-term community health. A healthcare system without walls, Nascentia is an innovator in the concept of healthcare, truly focused on the patient as a whole. By serving people in their homes, Nascentia Health is able to provide true holistic care. We can address immediate needs, help support positive long term medical and lifestyle choices that provide for better outcomes, leverage cutting edge in-home care technologies, and help avoid unnecessary visits to busy healthcare facilities.

Our employees are our greatest asset. They work hard every day to make our system amazing and are dedicated to our mission of being the premier home and community-based care system for the regions we serve. We want everyone to love what they do, be excited about coming to work, and take pride in being part of our team.

Nascentia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Employment is contingent upon negative results of a pre-hire drug screen and background check clearance #J-18808-Ljbffr