Home Health Physical Therapist

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Care and compassion are at the heart of what you’ll do as a Physical Therapist (PT). You’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team focused on providing compassionate, high‑quality care while producing positive outcomes for our patient population.

In this role, you will provide home‑based therapy care to patients as directed by the attending physician. You’ll interact with patients’ families while caring for patients and experience the rewarding privilege of being part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides valuable context and real‑world perspective into what truly helps patients restore their health.

WHAT WE OFFER

We make it easy to do your job while offering competitive financial incentives. We’ve launched a guaranteed base salary plus a generous uncapped bonus structure, designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our clinicians make every day.

Additional offerings include:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Additional bonus opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Team support for scheduling, admissions, and coordination

Our benefits package is competitive within the market and includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexible plan options
• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible teammates
• 401(k) participation opportunities
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

HOW YOU’LL WORK

You’ll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and family members while ensuring patient safety at all times. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all applicable legal rules and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Physical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a PT in an acute setting (required)
• Home care experience (preferred)
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and co‑workers
• Knowledge of physical therapy best practices
• Ability to make appropriate clinical judgments
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Detail‑oriented and observant
• Disciplined work ethic with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name listed as a driver

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Provide skilled physical therapy services in the patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician
• Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress to the attending physician and appropriate agency staff
• Perform OASIS assessments to develop and adjust individualized plans of care
• Complete initial evaluation and admission visits within 48–72 hours of referral
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care
• Help decrease re‑hospitalizations by front‑loading visits for high‑risk patients
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical therapy modalities such as exercise, massage, heat, and water
• Arrange outpatient services when care cannot be safely provided in the home
• Promote continuity of care through appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Counsel patients and families on disease or injury management throughout all phases of therapy
• Incorporate patients and families into plan‑of‑care development
• Instruct patients and family members on the proper use of equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, prosthetics, orthotics)
• Ensure patients and families understand financial responsibility for required equipment by coordinating with DME and/or MSW
• Reduce re‑hospitalizations through patient education on preventative measures and informed decision‑making
• Listen actively to patients and family members
• Supervise PTAs and, when appropriate, nurse assistants
• Evaluate and adjust plans of care based on patient response and medical condition
• Communicate supervisory visit findings with PTAs and nurse aides
• Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocols and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Document all treatments, assessments, and patient education
• Complete chart audits at agency locations as requested
• Maintain an active PT license in the state of employment
• Communicate scheduling changes as needed
• Participate in on‑call requirements and case conferences
• Attend in‑service trainings, mandatory meetings, and orientation for new employees
• Maintain a professional appearance as a company representative
• Understand and adhere to agency policies and procedures

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drive to patient locations per scheduled visits
• Maintain daily attendance at assigned visit locations
• Document all subsequent, discharge, evaluation, recertification, and resumption‑of‑care visits within 24 hours
• Document all start‑of‑care visits within 48 hours
• Complete and submit all required documentation within company‑specified timelines
• Establish and follow plans of care within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of employment

HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS

Health Requirements

• Must meet all physical requirements of the position
• Provide evidence of a current negative TB skin test or chest x‑ray at orientation
• Annual TB testing required thereafter unless prior documentation is provided
• Must be free of conditions that would restrict job performance
• Position may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Travel is required for this role.

Constantly (66%–100%)

• Reading, speaking, and writing English
• Communication skills
• Computer/PDA usage
• Hearing and vision (in person and phone)
• Stretching/reaching, walking, sitting, bending, and standing

Frequently (34%–66%)

• Driving
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. (with or without assistance)
• Climbing, stooping, hand/finger dexterity

Occasionally (2%–33%)

• Distinguishing smell/taste

Rarely (1% or less)

• Not applicable

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