Full-Time Compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist

HOPE At Home Health Care; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care agency in Michigan is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide essential medical support to patients. The role involves assessing patient conditions, directing treatment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates should have a degree in physical therapy, a state license, and strong communication skills. Offering a full-time position and supportive workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Possesses a degree from a program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist within the state.
• Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist; community/home health experience preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care.
• Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
• Directs physical therapy treatment.
• Instructs patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Determines priority needs for physical therapy.
• Reports to physician the patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
• Initiates physical therapy program and instructs others in certain phases of therapy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in physical therapy

Current state PT license

Job description

A home care agency in Michigan is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide essential medical support to patients. The role involves assessing patient conditions, directing treatment, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates should have a degree in physical therapy, a state license, and strong communication skills. Offering a full-time position and supportive workplace environment.