Home Health Physical Therapist - Medford, MA

LHC Group; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Full-Time Home Health Physical Therapist in Medford, MA, where your passion for helping others can shine. You will have the opportunity to build trusted relationships with patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and contribute to their recovery and well-being. With a culture that values education and career growth, you will enjoy independence in your role while making a meaningful impact in the community. This position offers a chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Independence and Autonomy

Career Growth Possibilities

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in MA is required.
• Experience in home health care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and develop treatment plans.
• Instruct healthcare team members and families on care plans.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Pain Management

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Current CPR Certification

Job description

We are hiring for a Full-Time Home Health Physical Therapist/PT to join our passionate team in the Medford, MA, area!

At Caretenders Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist with Caretenders, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships


• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities


• independence and autonomy


• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.


• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.


• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.


• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of MA.


• Current CPR certification required.


• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.





Caretenders Home Health, a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.