Physical Therapist

The Home Option; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Wellness programs

Work-life balance

Job summary

JourneyCare Home Health is seeking a skilled Home Health Physical Therapist to cover Dolton IL and surrounding areas. You will provide individualized PT services in patients’ homes, helping recover from injuries, surgeries, or manage chronic conditions.

The role includes planning and implementing effective treatment plans to improve mobility and quality of life. The position requires an approved PT education, active state licensure, CPR/First Aid, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the APTA and related bodies.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice.
• At least two years of experience in acute hospital or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services to home patients per physician care plan.
• Explain and demonstrate treatment procedures to clients and family.
• Asses function and progress; adjust plan of care as needed.
• Prepare clinical notes and progress summaries.
• Supervise assistants per policy and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of goals and patient progress.

Skills

Home health

Physical therapy

Patient care

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

HOME HEALTH EXPERIENCE REQUIRED JourneyCare Home Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist to join our team covering Dolton IL and surrounding areas In this role you will provide individualized physical therapy services to patients in their homes helping them recover from injuries surgeries or manage chronic conditions Your expertise will be pivotal in developing and implementing effective treatment plans enhancing patient mobility and improving overall quality of life Offering NEW Annual Salary 95000 120000 Location Dolton IL and surrounding areas Schedule Full time Or PRN Schedule available Offer based on years of experience We offer Great culture and team atmosphere

• Comprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision effective on the first of the month
• 401k retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Worklife balance

What Youll Do

• Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physicians plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act
• Advise consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients family members and other agency staff
• Assist the provider in evaluating level of function
• Participate in the development of the plan of care
• Prepare clinical and progress notes
• Translate all exercise into functional activities or activities of daily living
• Develop needed plans for modifying equipment appliances and the physical surrounding in clients home
• Confer regularly with attending provider regarding clients progress and report the physical and emotional conditions and reactions to treatment and interpret social and physical factors in the environment that affect care
• Interpret to the client and family the implication of the treatment consistent with the actions and wishes of the provider
• Provide families with information support and encouragement to help motivate them in their progress
• Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
• Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
• Maintains accurate clinical records keeping track of goals and progress of clients

Qualifications

• Graduate from a School of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the Physical Therapy Association
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• At least two 2 years experience in an acute hospital or equivalent experience preferred
• Must possess current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Must have reliable transportation current drivers license and appropriate automobile insurance