Home-Based Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility & Independence

NaviHealth; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide home-based therapy. You will promote mobility, restore function, and improve safety and independence while collaborating with patients, caregivers and the care team.

Primary responsibilities include facilitating movement, reexaminations every 30 days, discharge planning, and collaborating with the team. Applicants must have a CAPTE-accredited PT degree, current state license, CPR, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the designated state.
• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PT program.
• 1+ year PT experience in home health care or equivalent.
• If <1 year experience, approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring/residency.
• CPR certification.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy in patients' homes to promote mobility, restore function, and improve safety and independence.
• Conduct reexaminations at least every 30 days, adjust interventions as needed, and perform discharge planning.
• Collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to support recovery.

Skills

Mobility training

Gait training

Team collaboration

CPR certified

Home health care

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

PT license in state

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide home-based therapy. You will promote mobility, restore function, and improve safety and independence while collaborating with patients, caregivers and the care team.

Primary responsibilities include facilitating movement, reexaminations every 30 days, discharge planning, and collaborating with the team. Applicants must have a CAPTE-accredited PT degree, current state license, CPR, and a valid driver's license.