Hospice Physical Therapist — Comfort & Dignity Advocate

VitalCaring Group; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition & Continuing Education

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in Florida seeks a Hospice Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy focused on comfort, function, and quality of life in end-of-life care.

You will guide patients and families, assess home environments, and educate caregivers, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, dignified care.

This role emphasizes mentorship, growth, and a supportive culture with competitive pay and benefits designed for wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state of practice.
• Two years of relevant experience preferred; home health or community-based experience helpful.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with an insured automobile that meets organizational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to the written physician's plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status; participate in developing the total plan of care.
• Evaluate the home environment to support patient safety and comfort.
• Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and transfer abilities - hospice focus.
• Direct physical therapy treatments and instruct patients/families on therapy devices and care.
• Identify and prioritize therapy needs and report changes to the physician.
• Initiate the therapy program and instruct family and team members on techniques and goals.
• Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when appropriate.
• Identify need for additional home health services and make referrals.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Prepare and submit clinical notes, progress summaries, and discharge summaries.
• Participate in discharge planning and IDG meetings.
• Supervise PTAs per policy and state regulations.
• In-service education and QAPI participation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in physical therapy

Licensed to practice as a physical therapist

Job description

VitalCaring Group in Florida seeks a Hospice Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy focused on comfort, function, and quality of life in end-of-life care.

You will guide patients and families, assess home environments, and educate caregivers, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, dignified care.

This role emphasizes mentorship, growth, and a supportive culture with competitive pay and benefits designed for wellbeing.