Geriatric Home Health PT Intern - Hands-On Rehab

Midland Care Connection, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Physical Therapist Intern to support the Home Health Program. You will work with licensed PTs to assist with evaluations,Therapeutic exercises, gait training, and home-based rehab for adults in the community.

The internship offers hands-on clinical experience, collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team, and exposure to documentation, patient education, and home safety practices.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited DPT program.
• Foundational coursework in anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.
• Ability to follow clinical instructions under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for adults and interdisciplinary teams.
• Basic knowledge of therapeutic exercise techniques and safety.
• CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain before starting).
• Compliance with health screenings, background checks, and immunization requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient evaluations and therapeutic exercises under supervision.
• Support home health PT team in gait training and fall prevention.
• Document care plans and progress in the EMR system.
• Travel to patient homes and adapt treatments to home environments.
• Collaborate with nurses, OTs, social workers, and physicians.

Skills

DPT student

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical instructions following

Education

DPT program enrollment

Anatomy knowledge

Kinesiology basics

Tools

EMR familiarity

Job description

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Physical Therapist Intern to support the Home Health Program. You will work with licensed PTs to assist with evaluations,Therapeutic exercises, gait training, and home-based rehab for adults in the community.

The internship offers hands-on clinical experience, collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team, and exposure to documentation, patient education, and home safety practices.