Physical Therapist

LHC Group; Forrest City (AR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while providing high-quality care in a supportive environment. You will assess patient needs, create tailored treatment plans, and work closely with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes. With a commitment to professional growth and autonomy, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Join a culture that values caring, belonging, and trust while advancing your career in healthcare.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Independence and Autonomy

Career Growth Possibilities

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice is required.
• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to improve patient well-being.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Pain Management

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Current CPR Certification

Job description

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Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist.

Offering a choice of pay per visit or salary plus!

At Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• independence and autonomy
• career growth possibilities
  
  
  

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health 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 this 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

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
  
  
  

Education And Experience

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
  
  
  

Company Overview LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Elite Home Health a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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