Home Care Physical Therapist

CommuniCare Health Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Home Care Physical Therapist, where you will provide essential physical therapy services to patients in their homes. You'll assess patient needs, develop therapy plans, and supervise assistants while ensuring high-quality care that empowers patients to maintain their independence. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including paid time off, insurance, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)

401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist within the state.

Responsibilities

• Providing physical therapy services according to patient care plans.
• Supervising and directing physical therapy assistants.
• Participating in discharge planning of patients.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Assessment

Mobility Training

Team Supervision

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Why join our Dignity Care Home Care team?

We provide high-quality care to help patients maintain their independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes. Our team includes nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, social workers, home health aides, liaisons and more who are committed to empowering patients to maintain their independence at home.

We serve our local neighbors and our team members are the heartbeat of everything we do. We care for patients like we do our own families, and we care for one another the same way.

What You Will Do as a Home Care Physical Therapist

At Dignity Care Home Care, a Home Care Physical Therapistcareer is more than a job or “a calling” – it’s a chance to leave a legacy of service and love on someone’s life. A legacy that will be remembered by your patients and their families forever. A legacy that will make your life better as well.

As a Home Care Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for providing physical therapy services and are responsible for the supervision of corresponding team members.

Some of your primary responsibilities will include:

• Providing physical therapy services to patients according to the patient plan of care which may include assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, assessing for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM, etc.
• Initiating physical therapy programs and instructing other team members and/or families/caregivers in certain phases of the therapy with which they may work with the patient
• Training patients on the use of prosthetic devices
• Identifying patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and referring as necessary
• Preparing and submitting clinical and progress summaries based on patient goals
• Participating in discharge planning of patients
• Completing a 30-day functional reassessment and revising plan and goals accordingly
• Providing physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers as needed
• Supervising and directing physical therapy assistants (PTA)

Benefits You Will Enjoy

In addition to competitive pay, full-time team member benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary group programs)
• 401 (K) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified career paths
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule

Full Time

Education, Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Possesses a baccalaureate level degree or higher in physical therapy by an accredited organization
• Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist within the state
• At least two (2) years of experience as a PT. Community/home health experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and an automobile that is insured and in good working order