Home-Based Physical Therapist

LiveWell Homecare Agency; San Angelo (TX); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a dedicated Home-Based Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT services in patient homes across Texas. You will assess patients, develop treatment plans, and implement interventions to improve mobility and independence.

Responsibilities include coordinating with physicians and caregivers, documenting progress, ensuring safety and infection control, and managing schedules and portable equipment.

Qualifications

• DPT required; degree completed after 2015.
• Licensed Physical Therapist with valid driver's license.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and treatments based on physician referrals for patients of all ages.
• Administer therapies such as muscle strengthening, gait training, ADL training, and orthotic/prosthetic management.
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, documenting progress and adjusting treatment plans.
• Develop goals for rehabilitation and evaluate progress toward short- and long-term objectives.
• Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation per departmental and payer guidelines.
• Educate patients and caregivers on activities and exercises, reinforcing instructions.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers, providing updates and modifying care plans as needed.
• Manage appointment scheduling, travel logistics, and portable therapy equipment.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, safety, infection control, and quality standards.
• Monitor insurance coverage limits and authorizations, communicating concerns to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned, managing productivity independently.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

Job description

Role Overview: The Home-Based Physical Therapist provides comprehensive physical therapy services, including assessment, treatment planning, and interventions, adhering to professional and ethical standards. They contribute to program development, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations and treatments based on physician referrals for patients of all ages.
• Administer therapies such as muscle strengthening, gait training, ADL training, and orthotic/prosthetic management.
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, documenting progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
• Develop goals for rehabilitation, evaluating patient progress towards short- and long-term objectives.
• Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation per departmental and payer guidelines.
• Educate patients and caregivers on activities and exercises, reinforcing verbal instructions.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers, providing updates and modifying care plans as needed.
• Manage appointment scheduling, travel logistics, and maintain portable therapy equipment.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, safety, infection control, and quality standards.
• Monitor insurance coverage limits and patient authorizations, communicating concerns to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned, managing productivity independently.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree required after 2015.
• Licensed Physical Therapist and valid driver’s license required.
• Auto liability insurance and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days.
• Individuals must have reliable transportation for the role.