Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health
The Physical Therapist (PT) in Home Health is responsible for managing a patient caseload by assessing rehabilitation needs, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, and coordinating multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure effective, timely, and high-quality patient outcomes. This role requires extensive travel to patient residences, adherence to regulatory standards, and collaboration with physicians and healthcare providers to mitigate risks and promote patient safety in diverse home environments.
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Responsibilities
Confidential client is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) to manage an assigned caseload and deliver high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation in the home setting.
- Manage daily patient caseloads and deliver timely, documented care per the established plan of care and physician orders
- Collect and analyze assessment data from home visits, telephonic contacts, and the EMR to identify needs, risks, and appropriate interventions
- Identify high-risk patients (re-hospitalization, falls, high resource use) and coordinate case conferencing or additional interventions
- Prioritize patient issues based on clinical criticality and safety to ensure timely services
- Evaluate patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential, then develop and implement individualized plans of care
- Provide PT services authorized by the physician and coordinate multidisciplinary care, including supervision of LPTAs and HHAs where applicable
- Maintain ongoing communication with physicians, multidisciplinary team members, and branch supervision regarding patient status and plan-of-care changes
- Document goals and progress in visit notes, monthly progress notes, and discharge summaries
- Deliver treatments in alignment with State Physical Therapy Practice Act, Home Health Conditions of Participation, Medicare/OASIS, and agency policies
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree required (or equivalent credential consistent with applicable state licensure)
- Current Physical Therapy license in the state where work is performed (must obtain licensure prior to practice if not already licensed)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification (American Heart Association or equivalent)
- Valid driver’s license, reliable insured vehicle, and ability to travel to patient residences
- Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and ability to work independently in home settings
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year of experience as a licensed PT in a clinical or home health setting preferred
- Pediatric experience (1 year within past 5 years) preferred — training may be provided by the confidential client
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, lift (support up to 50 lbs), reach, stoop, bend, push, and pull as required for patient handling and equipment
- Ability to travel extensively to patient homes in all seasons and work a flexible schedule to meet patient needs
- Work occurs in varied home environments; use of personal protective equipment (gloves, gowns, masks, eye protection) may be required
- Must have intact vision, hearing, dexterity, and the ability to communicate in English effectively
- Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants with disabilities
Compensation & Schedule
- Employment type: Full-time
- Estimated compensation: $126,035 per year — estimated value provided by source
- Location: Lincolnton, NC (work performed in patients’ homes throughout the area)
About the Employer
This role will be with a confidential client in the Healthcare & Nursing industry. Careertakes is acting as the third-party recruiter supporting this hire.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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