Home Health PT - Danbury Territory (Sign-On Bonus)

Elara Caring; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide one-on-one home health care in the Danbury, CT area. This field-based role lets you manage patient visits with support from a clinical team, delivering personalized care in patients' homes.

You’ll evaluate mobility, develop tailored treatment plans, educate patients and caregivers, and document progress while collaborating with the care team. The role offers a competitive base salary and robust benefits, including insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association-approved physical therapy program.
• Active and unrestricted Connecticut Physical Therapist license.
• At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work independently in a home-based environment.
• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned Danbury territory.
• Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Must be able and willing to travel 50%.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' mobility, strength, safety, and functional needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Help patients improve mobility and safely perform daily activities.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, equipment, and safety techniques.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Communicate changes in condition to physicians and members of the care team.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, therapy professionals, and other team members.
• Support patients in reaching their highest possible level of independence.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Patient-care skills

Independent work

Travel readiness

Vehicle/auto insurance

Education

APTA-approved PT program

Connecticut PT license

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide one-on-one home health care in the Danbury, CT area. This field-based role lets you manage patient visits with support from a clinical team, delivering personalized care in patients' homes.

You’ll evaluate mobility, develop tailored treatment plans, educate patients and caregivers, and document progress while collaborating with the care team. The role offers a competitive base salary and robust benefits, including insurance and 401(k).