Home Health PT Physical Therapist Full Time

Aveanna Healthcare; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for full-time home health visits in Florida. Work entails assessing mobility and function, creating plans of care, and delivering PT services in patients' homes. Strong documentation and coordination with care teams are essential.

Requirements include a PT degree, active state license, and CPR. Prior home health experience and OASIS familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Experience in Home Health Therapy and completing OASIS documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing mobility, coordination, strength, and functional assessments.
• Provide written evaluation and plan of care; document progress and outcomes.
• Deliver PT services per physician orders and maintain plan of care.
• Discharge planning and home exercise instruction for patients and caregivers.
• Coordinate with healthcare team and document in accordance with policies.

Skills

Mobility assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Home health care

Patient education

Education

Physical Therapy degree

State PT license

CPR certification

Tools

None

Job description

Position Overview

Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) Full Time to join our dynamic home health care team. In this position, you make it possible for patients to recuperate from illness or injury in the comfort of their own home. Schedule: Monday - Friday Full-time visits Coverage area - Englewood or Punta Gorda

Essential Job Functions

Perform initial and ongoing assessments to evaluate mobility, coordination, strength and current level of function. Responsible for administration, evaluation, and interpretation of tests and measurements to determine functional goals and outcomes. Provide a written evaluation and plan of care defining physical therapy needs, goals, progress and expected outcomes. Delivery of physical therapy services to comply with prescribed physician orders. Maintains plan of care by performing timely documentation of client performance, modifying goals and treatment as needed, and determine discharge care plans as appropriate. Responsible for discharge planning, including collaborating and educating the patient and his/her caretakers on home exercise plan to follow discharge. Participates in coordination of services with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, etc. Documents according to policy and procedure and requires minimal supervision or instruction. Documents effectively resulting in no technical or clinical denials subsequent to review of documentation by payers Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family. Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff. Supervises other personnel (PTA, HHA) as applicable. Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation. Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws. Maintain effective communication between staff, healthcare team members and family. Serve as a resource consultant for clinical staff. Supervises other personnel (OTA, HHA) as applicable. Completes OASIS assessments where allowed by state professional practice and regulation.

Requirements

Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university/program. Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice. Valid CPR. Preferred: Strong organization and communication skills Attention to detail Time management Proven relationship-builder Experience in Home Health Therapy and completion of OASIS documentation

Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions)

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• 401(k) with Company match
• Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Our Mission

Our mission is revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

HHHAs an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.