Home Health Physical Therapist - Lake Katrine, NY

LHC Group; Town of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a full-time Physical Therapist, where you'll build meaningful relationships with patients while delivering high-quality care. This role allows for independence and career growth, supported by a culture of trust and collaboration. You'll evaluate patient needs, provide evidence-based treatments, and coordinate with a dedicated healthcare team. With opportunities for continuing education and a commitment to diversity, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Explore your potential in a rewarding environment focused on helping people.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Possibilities

Independence and Autonomy

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Physical Therapy license and CPR certification.
• Experience in home health settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient’s functional status and develop therapy plans.
• Provide treatments to relieve pain and restore function.
• Educate patients and families about the care plan.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Evidence-based Techniques

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Education

Current Physical Therapy License

CPR Certification

Job description

We are hiring for a full-time Home Health Physical Therapist/PT to join our team at Willcare in Lake Katrine! This is a field role serving patients in Kingston and surrounding areas.

Compensation for full-time is based on experience, skillset, and case types, with a minimum starting salary around $74,000 per year. Please ask the recruiter for more details!

At Willcare, part of LHC Group, we foster a culture of caring, belonging, and trust, creating meaningful connections with patients, families, colleagues, and communities. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Therapist, you can expect:

• Building trusted in-person therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Independence and autonomy
• Career growth possibilities

Channel your passion for serving others and your drive for delivering high-quality, advanced healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient’s functional status, body systems, and physical therapy needs; consult with physicians on therapy plans.
• Provide services within the scope of practice defined by state laws, in accordance with the plan of care, and coordinate with the healthcare team.
• Observe and report patient responses and condition changes to supervisors and physicians.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore or maintain function, using evidence-based techniques.
• Educate and inform team members, patients, and families about the plan of care, limitations, and progress.
• Visit patients across the service area, including nearby LHC agencies as needed.
• Complete progress notes for each visit and submit them per policy.
• Conduct evaluations, develop plans of care, and report outcomes within guidelines and timelines.
• Participate in staff meetings and committees.
• Supervise home health aides and PTAs as permitted by state regulations and policies.
• Participate in weekend rotations as needed.
• Prepare discharge summaries and patient condition reports every 60 days.
• Provide in-service education as requested.
• Follow LHC Therapy Standards of Practice and maintain licensure through ongoing education.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements:

• Current Physical Therapy license in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation

Company Overview

LHC Group promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Willcare HH, part of LHC Group, is a preferred provider for post-acute care nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care across home health, hospice, community services, and inpatient settings. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. We are united by a shared purpose: It's all about helping people.