Autonomous Home Health PT - Flexible, Impactful Care

VitalCaring Group; Wills Point (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FSA & HSA options

401(k) with company match

Supplemental health & life insurance

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services & identity théf

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered, in-home therapy, evaluating function and mobility while coordinating with physicians and care teams. This role emphasizes autonomy and compassionate, evidence-based care in patients' homes.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of home health experience, an active PT license, CPR certification, and strong communication skills to educate patients and families throughout the care process.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or Master’s).
• Current PT license in the state of practice.
• Minimum 1–2 years of home health experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients’ functional status, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
• Provide hands-on therapy to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, exercises, and safety strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Support safe transitions of care and contribute to discharge planning.
• Identify additional patient needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Partner closely with nurses, therapists, and physicians to ensure coordinated care.
• Document patient care and progress accurately and timely within the EMR.
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Patient education

Autonomy in field-based setting

Education

DPT or Master’s in Physical Therapy

Current PT license in state of practice

CPR certification

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered, in-home therapy, evaluating function and mobility while coordinating with physicians and care teams. This role emphasizes autonomy and compassionate, evidence-based care in patients' homes.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of home health experience, an active PT license, CPR certification, and strong communication skills to educate patients and families throughout the care process.