Home Health Licensed Physical Therapist - Full Time

Optimal Care; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off (3+ weeks)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Short-term disability

Job summary

Optimal Care is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to provide one-on-one rehabilitation in patients’ homes, helping them regain strength and independence. You’ll assess functional abilities, design personalized plans, and guide interventions to improve mobility, balance, and safety.

You’ll work with an interdisciplinary team and educate patients and caregivers while traveling within the service area. The role requires a Master’s/Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, a current state PT

Qualifications

• Masters or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist (PT).
• OASIS certification or willingness to obtain the certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ functional abilities and home environments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Guide targeted interventions to improve mobility, balance, strength and safety.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to educate patients and caregivers.
• Travel to visit patients in their homes within the service area.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Independence

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

State PT license

Tools

OASIS certification

Job description

Sign On Bonus

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Home Health Physical Therapist

About the RoleHelp patients regain strength, restore mobility, and return to the activities that matter most in their daily lives. As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll provide one-on-one rehabilitation care in patients’ homes, helping them recover from surgery, injury, or illness while improving function, reducing pain, and supporting greater independence.This role is

ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who values autonomy, clinical variety, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with patients

over the course of their recovery. You'll assess each patient’s functional abilities and home environment, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide them through targeted interventions that improve mobility, balance, strength, and safety. Working closely with an interdisciplinary care team, you'll educate and empower patients and caregivers while helping individuals make measurable progress toward their goals and a higher quality of life.LocationMain Service Area: MIDLAND / MOUNT PLEASANT / CLARE / GLADWINOffice Location: Saginaw, MI

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Weekend On-Call RotationRequired QualificationsMaster's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy programCurrent state license as a Physical TherapistMinimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical TherapistReliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverageWillingness to travel daily to visit patients in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and private residences within service areaPreferred QualificationsHome health experienceOASIS certification or willingness to obtainExperience with Medicare home health documentationEssential Skills and CompetenciesStrong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilitiesKnowledge of medical terminology and home health regulationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProblem-solving and critical thinking capabilitiesAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionStrong organizational skills and attention to detailComfort evaluating and adapting to varied home environmentsInterpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teamsHow We Care for YouMileage ReimbursementMinimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full TimePart Time/Per Diem also accrue Paid Time OffMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHSA and FSA options including Dependent CareCompany paid Short Term DisabilityCompany paid Life Insurance401(k) with Employer MatchPet InsuranceID and Fraud ProtectionAnd more...Optimal C

are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.Top Work Places

for 12 consecutive years,

Great Places to Work

certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.We live a simple Mission:

Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.Background ScreeningEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.Reasonable AccommodationsWe offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.