Home Health Physical Therapist — Impactful Care & Growth

Compassus; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 5,900 - 7,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Compassus is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform home health therapy, evaluate and plan treatments, and discharge planning for clients in the home setting. The role requires collaboration with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to integrate care and ensure high-quality, compliant services.

You will supervise PT aides, maintain documentation, and support family training for continued care at home, with licensing and BLS requirements completed within the specified timeframe.

Qualifications

• Required - Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy from an institution approved by the state board.
• Preferred - 1 year Therapy with adult physical disabilities.
• Current, unencumbered Physical Therapist license.
• California Physical Therapist License (Vendor Managed).
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed).

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments, including range of motion, manual muscle, gait, and functional analysis, to establish and update individualized treatment plans.
• Plans and administers physician-ordered physical therapy programs to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Records and evaluates assessment findings, treatment plans, and progress notes to guide care and meet regulatory requirements.
• Administers therapeutic exercises and functional activities using appropriate equipment and assistive devices.
• Provides treatments involving physical agents such as heat/cold, massage, and other modalities as prescribed.
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patients and families in safe use of therapy equipment and exercises to continue at home.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and integrate therapy into the overall plan of care.
• Identifies need for referrals to additional disciplines and facilitates coordination of services to support patient goals.
• Supervises licensed physical therapy assistants and aides, ensuring quality and compliance with care standards.

Job description

Compassus is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform home health therapy, evaluate and plan treatments, and discharge planning for clients in the home setting. The role requires collaboration with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to integrate care and ensure high-quality, compliant services.

You will supervise PT aides, maintain documentation, and support family training for continued care at home, with licensing and BLS requirements completed within the specified timeframe.