Home Health PT: Flexible Schedule, Autonomy, Impact

VitalCaring Group; Shenandoah (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FSA & HSA options

Supplemental health & life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services & identity盗洒

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered care in patients’ homes. You will assess mobility, create individualized plans, and provide hands-on therapy to improve independence and function.

You will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and coordinate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe transitions of care. A current PT license, CPR, and 1–2 years of home health experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or Master’s).
• Current PT license in the state of practice.
• Minimum 1–2 years of home health experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients’ functional status, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation potential.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
• Provide hands-on therapy to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, exercises, and safety strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Support safe transitions of care and contribute to discharge planning.
• Identify additional patient needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Partner closely with nurses, therapists, and physicians to ensure coordinated care.
• Document patient care and progress accurately and timely within the EMR.
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

CPR certification

Driver’s license

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or Master’s)

Job description

VitalCaring is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered care in patients’ homes. You will assess mobility, create individualized plans, and provide hands-on therapy to improve independence and function.

You will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and coordinate with nurses and physicians to ensure safe transitions of care. A current PT license, CPR, and 1–2 years of home health experience are preferred.