Compassionate Home Health PT - Impactful Patient Care

VitalCaring Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Tuition & Continuing Education Reimb

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in Orlando, FL is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy services focused on comfort, function, and quality of life within a hospice-focused home health setting.

You will guide patients and caregivers, assess home safety, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to support dignified end-of-life care. This role requires state licensure, CPR, and a patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state.
• Two years of relevant experience preferred; home health or community-based experience helpful.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with an insured automobile that meets organizational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to the written physician’s plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status; participate in developing the total plan of care.
• Evaluate the home environment to support patient safety and comfort.
• Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and transfer abilities—with a hospice focus on comfort rather than rehabilitation.
• Direct physical therapy treatments and instruct patients/families on the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Identify and prioritize therapy needs and report patient responses or condition changes to the physician.
• Initiate the therapy program and instruct family/caregivers and interdisciplinary team members on therapy techniques and care goals.
• Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when appropriate.
• Identify the need for additional home health services and make referrals as necessary.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, and caregivers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed to practice as a physical therapist

Current CPR certification

Licensed driver with insured vehicle

Two years of relevant experience preferred

Job description

VitalCaring Group in Orlando, FL is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy services focused on comfort, function, and quality of life within a hospice-focused home health setting.

You will guide patients and caregivers, assess home safety, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to support dignified end-of-life care. This role requires state licensure, CPR, and a patient-centered approach.