Physical Therapist

Pennant Group; Bay Minette (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development opportunities

Helpful team support

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to join our Bay Minette, AL area team. This per diem role focuses on assessment, plan development, and patient-centered interventions to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being.

You will work with a supportive team and have opportunities for professional growth across our Home Health network. Responsibilities include evaluating functional status, assisting with therapy plans, documenting progress, and

Qualifications

• Active PT license in the state where services are provided.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
• Ability to commute to multiple patient residences daily within assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient function, mobility, endurance, pain, and other conditions.
• Assist physician in developing therapy plan of care and implement treatment.
• Observe and report patient progress and changes to supervising staff.
• Educate patients and families about plan of care, limitations, and progress.

Skills

PT license

CPR certification

Driver's license & vehicle

Reliable commute

Job description

Job Title: Home Health Physical Therapist

Job Location: Bay Minette, AL

Job Type: Per Diem

We are looking for a Physical Therapist to join our Home Health team. Come make a difference in Bay Minette area and surrounding communities! At Access Home Health, our employees enjoy:

• Creating lasting connections with individuals and families across the community.

• Experiencing genuine appreciation and gratitude from those we serve.

• Having the confidence of strong support, stability, and balance between work and life.

• Leadership development opportunities - we value internal advancement in areas of interest to our employees.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on the assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress. A few position highlights include:

• Evaluate the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assist the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.

• Observe and report the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.

• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.

• Instruct and inform participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

THE MUST HAVES:

• Current PT license in the state where services are rendered.

• Current CPR certification, driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

• Must be able to reliably commute to multiple patient residences daily within the geographic area assigned.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.