Contract - PT - Home Health Physical Therapist

Nurses Direct; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance available upon start of assignment.

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Nashville is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with physical impairments. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy and a national license. Responsibilities include conducting exams, creating treatment plans, collaborating with healthcare teams, and educating patients. Benefits include health insurance upon starting the assignment. The role requires a commitment from Mon-Fri, 8 am to 4:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) license.
• State-specific licensure requirements.
• 1 year of experience in PT and home health.
• HCHB experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations.
• Assess patient's movement patterns, strength, and range of motion.
• Diagnose physical impairments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Design and administer therapeutic exercises.
• Educate patients on self-care strategies and injury prevention.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Provide patient education on health conditions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Manual therapy

Evidence-based practice

Patient education

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

HCHB charting

Job description

Contract - PT - Home Health Physical Therapist

Nashville, United States | Posted on 09/15/2025

Mon-Fri; 8a-430p Home Visits Therapy
HCHB charting for visits

Physical therapists (PTs)evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with physical impairments, injuries, or disabilities. U sing evidence-based practices to improve mobility, reduce pain, and promote physical well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations
• Assess patient's movement patterns, strength, and range of motion
• Diagnose physical impairments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Design and administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation)
• Educate patients on self-care strategies, home exercises, and injury prevention
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and discharge patients when appropriate
• Provide patient education on health conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) license
• State-specific licensure requirements

Requirements

1 year PT, home health
HCHB experience

Benefits

Health insurance available upon start of assignment.