Physical Therapist

Deercreekseniorliving; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development opportunities

Creating lasting connections with individuals

Strong support for work-life balance

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving is seeking a part-time Home Health Physical Therapist in Pulaski, TN. The role involves assessing patient needs, developing treatment plans, and improving patient well-being through therapy interventions.

The ideal candidate will hold a current PT license, CPR certification, and must have reliable transportation to multiple residences. Emphasizing patient care and communication, this position fosters strong connections with the community.

Qualifications

• Current PT license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification, driver's license, and vehicle insurance required.
• Ability to commute to multiple patient residences daily.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Assist the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Report the patient's response to treatment and condition changes.
• Treat patients to relieve pain and develop function.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on the plan of care.

Skills

Current PT license in the state

Current CPR certification

Ability to reliably commute

Job description

Job Title: Home Health Physical Therapist

Location: Pulaski, TN

Job Type: Part Time

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, the Physical Therapist determines a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving the patient's well‑being, and evaluates progress.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Assist the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Observe and report the patient's response to treatment and any changes in condition to the supervising nurse and/or physician.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instruct and inform patients, caregivers, and the health‑care team regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Qualifications

• Current PT license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification, driver’s license, and vehicle insurance with access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Ability to reliably commute to multiple patient residences daily within the geographic area assigned.

Benefits

• Creating lasting connections with individuals and families across the community.
• Experiencing genuine appreciation and gratitude from those we serve.
• Confidence of strong support, stability, and balance between work and life.
• Leadership development opportunities – internal advancement in areas of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.

More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.