Compassionate Hospice Physical Therapist

VitalCaring Group; Greenwood (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in Mississippi is seeking a Hospice Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy services focused on comfort, function, and quality of life for end-of-life care. You will guide patients and families through supportive techniques and safe mobility.

This full-time salaried role emphasizes compassionate, proactive care within a supportive team, with opportunities for advanced training, mentorship, and career growth in a nationwide home health and hospice provider.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state of practice.
• 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.
• Provide in-service education for nursing and organizational personnel as needed.
• Participate in peer consultation and QAPI activities.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) according to policy and state regulations.
• When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist in state

Job description

VitalCaring Group in Mississippi is seeking a Hospice Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy services focused on comfort, function, and quality of life for end-of-life care. You will guide patients and families through supportive techniques and safe mobility.

This full-time salaried role emphasizes compassionate, proactive care within a supportive team, with opportunities for advanced training, mentorship, and career growth in a nationwide home health and hospice provider.