Home Health Physical Therapist - Sign-On Bonus

Optum

Clinton (MS)

On-site

USD 81,000 - 121,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of the businesses, is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide skilled PT services to patients in their homes, promoting mobility, restoring function, and improving safety and independence. You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and guide treatment within the home setting.

Primary duties include helping patients improve movement, performing periodic reexaminations, planning

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by CAPTE.
Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in.
Driver's License and access to reliable transportation.
Current CPR certification.
1+ years related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes to promote mobility, restore function, improve strength and balance, and enhance overall safety and independence.
Collaborate with patients, caregivers and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery and prevent hospitalizations.
Perform reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modify interventions as necessary, and conduct discharge planning.