Home Health Physical Therapist - Pottstown, PA

LHC Group; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their compassionate team. This role emphasizes building trusted relationships with patients while providing high-quality care. You will assess patient needs, develop tailored treatment plans, and work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to enhance patient well-being. This position offers opportunities for career growth, continuing education, and the autonomy to make a real difference in patients' lives. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare quality and making meaningful connections, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Independence in Work

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and develop treatment plans.
• Monitor patient responses and coordinate with healthcare teams.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and progress.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Evidence-Based Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

Physical Therapy Licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist/PT to join our passionate team in Pottstown, PA!

At Tri-County Home Health, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust, fostering meaningful connections with patients, their families, our team, and the communities we serve. Join us to find a home for your career.

As a Physical Therapist with Tri-County, you can expect:

• The ability to build trusted, in-person relationships with patients
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Independence and autonomy in your work
• Opportunities for career growth

Channel your passion for serving others and your drive for advancing healthcare quality.

The Physical Therapist in Home Health assesses and evaluates patient needs related to functional status, mobility, endurance, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on this, they develop treatment plans, perform interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluate progress.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and physical therapy needs, and consult with physicians for care planning.
• Provide services within the scope of practice defined by state laws, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with the healthcare team.
• Monitor and report patient responses and condition changes to the nurse supervisor and/or physician.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore or maintain function using evidence-based techniques.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare team members about the care plan, limitations, and progress.
• Visit patients across the service area and nearby agencies as needed.
• Complete progress notes after each visit and submit them per policy.
• Complete patient evaluations and develop the PT plan of care within state guidelines, reporting outcomes and projected care frequency within 24 hours.
• Participate in staff meetings and committees as requested.
• Supervise home health aides and PTAs as permitted by policy and regulation.
• Participate in weekend rotations as needed.
• Prepare discharge summaries and periodic patient condition reports.
• Provide in-service education upon request.
• Adhere to LHC Therapy Standards of Practice.
• Maintain and enhance clinical knowledge and licensure through ongoing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

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

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. LHC Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Tri-County Home Health, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care tailored to patient needs, from home health and hospice to inpatient services. Our shared purpose is It's all about helping people.