Per Diem Physical Therapist (PT) Lehigh Valley

Humantouchhealth; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PRN Scheduling

Mileage Reimbursement

One-on-One Patient Care

Job summary

Human Touch Home Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to provide skilled home health therapy across the Lehigh Valley, PA. Work is PRN with flexible scheduling, focusing on one-on-one patient care in patients' homes to improve mobility and independence.

You will evaluate, treat, educate, and coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team, while maintaining thorough documentation and adhering to Medicare and agency requirements.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license required.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Strong clinical evaluation and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Reliable transportation to patient homes.
• Ability to independently manage assigned home health visits.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Home Health Experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric patients preferred.
• WellSky experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
• Assess fall risks and recommend home safety strategies.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safe transfers, mobility techniques, and injury prevention.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and others.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants as assigned.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation using WellSky.
• Follow Medicare, Pennsylvania, and agency requirements.
• Promote patient safety, recovery, and quality of life.

Skills

License required

Clinical evaluation skills

Treatment skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Transportation to patient homes

Independent visit management

Time management

Home health experience (preferred)

Geriatric care experience (preferred)

Education

Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy program

Tools

WellSky

Job description

More Freedom in Your Schedule. More Purpose in Every Visit.

You're a Physical Therapist. You Should Spend More Time Treating Patients Than Sitting in Traffic.

At Human Touch Home Health, we're looking for dedicated, compassionate Physical Therapists (PTs) to provide skilled home health therapy throughout the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.

We know your time matters. Whether you're looking to supplement your current income, pick up a few additional visits each week, or build a steady PRN caseload, we want to offer an opportunity that fits your professional and personal priorities.

You'll have the opportunity to work directly with patients in their homes, helping them recover from illness, surgery, or injury while improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

Your Patients Need Your Expertise. Your Schedule Should Still Belong to You.

What You'll Appreciate About This Opportunity

• Flexible PRN Scheduling: Accept patient visits based on your availability

• Preferred Local Coverage: Let us know which communities work best for you

• Competitive PRN Compensation

• Mileage Reimbursement

• One-on-One Patient Care: Focus on individualized treatment

• Opportunities for Additional Visits: Build your caseload as assignments become available

• Supportive Clinical Leadership: A team available when you need guidance

• Professional Independence: Manage your visits while working with an interdisciplinary care team

Choose Your Preferred Lehigh Valley Territory

We are seeking Physical Therapists throughout the following communities:

Lehigh County

• Allentown

• Whitehall

• Emmaus

• Macungie

• Wescosville

• Fogelsville

• Trexlertown

• Schnecksville

Northampton County

• Bethlehem

• Easton

• Palmer Township

• Forks Township

• Nazareth

• Northampton

• Hellertown

• Bath

You do NOT have to cover the entire Lehigh Valley!

Prefer Allentown, Whitehall, and Emmaus? Great!

Want to stay closer to Bethlehem, Hellertown, or Easton? Let us know!

We work to match available patient visits with your preferred territory whenever possible.

What You'll Do

As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll help patients improve their mobility, rebuild strength, reduce fall risks, and regain independence in the comfort of their own homes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician orders

• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence

• Assess fall risks and recommend appropriate home safety strategies

• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, safe transfers, mobility techniques, and injury prevention

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate

• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals

• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants as assigned and required

• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation using WellSky

• Follow applicable Medicare, Pennsylvania, and agency requirements

• Promote patient safety, recovery, and quality of life

What We're Looking For

• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist (PT) License Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

• Strong clinical evaluation and treatment skills

• Excellent communication and documentation abilities

• Reliable transportation to patient homes

• Ability to independently manage assigned home health visits

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Home Health Experience Preferred, but Not Required

• Experience working with adult and geriatric patients preferred

• WellSky Experience Is a Plus

The Best Part of Physical Therapy Happens Outside the Treatment Room

It's helping someone walk confidently through their home after surgery.

It's watching a patient regain the strength to safely climb their stairs.

It's helping someone reduce their risk of falling and remain independent.

And sometimes, it's celebrating a small milestone that means everything to the patient and their family.

At Human Touch Home Health, we know that every visit has the potential to change someone's life.

Position Details

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)
Employment Type: PRN Only
Location: Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
Work Setting: Home Health / Field-Based
Schedule: Flexible Based on Patient Needs and Availability
Territory: Based on Preferred Coverage Area

Lehigh Valley Physical Therapists, Let's Talk!

If you're a Pennsylvania-licensed Physical Therapist looking for additional visits, flexible scheduling, or the opportunity to provide meaningful one-on-one care, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Skills Are Valuable. Your Time Matters. And Your Community Needs You.

Human Touch Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.