Home Health Physical Therapist - NEW GRADS WELCOME! - Annapolis, MD

LHC Group; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist in Annapolis, MD, where your passion for patient care can flourish. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while enjoying autonomy and opportunities for career growth. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the organization fosters a supportive environment where you can thrive. As part of a dedicated team, you will have access to comprehensive benefits and a generous graduate assistance program to help with student loans. If you're ready to make a real difference in people's lives, this is the perfect place for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Graduate Assistance Programs

Comprehensive Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice is required.
• Ability to build trusted therapist-patient relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to mobility and pain.
• Develop treatment plans and perform interventions to improve patient well-being.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Communication Skills

Independence

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Current CPR Certification

Job description

We are hiring for a full-time Physical Therapist to join our passionate team in Annapolis, MD!

New grads WELCOME!! Now offering GRADUATE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS — receive a $15,000 bonus, paid monthly, toward student loans or other expenses!

At VNA of Maryland, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy meaningful connections with patients, their families, colleagues, and communities. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist with us, you can expect:

1. the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
2. continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
3. independence and autonomy
4. 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 assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment, the Physical Therapist helps develop treatment plans, performs interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluates progress.

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and needs, assisting in the development of the therapy plan of care.
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any condition changes to the supervising nurse and/or physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and maintain maximum functioning according to accepted standards of practice.
• Instructs and informs the healthcare team, patient, and family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, limitations, and progress toward goals.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Must have a current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

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

We offer comprehensive benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's benefits: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

VNA of Maryland Owings Mills, part of LHC Group, is a preferred post-acute care provider delivering high-quality, cost-effective care through home health, hospice, community services, and inpatient care. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. Join us because It's all about helping people.