Physical Therapist (D/PT) PRN

Deercreekseniorliving; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Excell Home Care and Hospice in Oklahoma City seeks a licensed physical therapist to deliver home health services as part of our interdisciplinary team.

You will assess patients, educate families, and document progress under a physician’s plan of care, while coordinating with physicians and care teams. OT/CPR certification and driving are preferred requirements.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with a vehicle and valid auto insurance.
• Two years of experience as a physical therapist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient.
• Provide patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education.
• Document clinical notes and progress summaries; report to physician.
• Carry out physical therapy services per physician's plan of care; assess mobility, ROM, strength, and functional status.
• Participate in discharge planning and interdepartmental quality initiatives.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organization skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

CAPTE-approved PT degree

Job description

Celebrating 30 years in 2026! At Excell, our legacy is built on providing life-changing services to Oklahomans every day. As we celebrate 30 years of excellence, we invite you to become part of a milestone that honors our past while shaping our future. Here, you're more than an employee. You're an advocate, a caregiver, a trusted partner, and a source of hope for patients, families, and healthcare partners throughout our community. We aren't just filling a position. We're looking for a team member who wants to help shape our culture, support our growth, and make a lasting difference for patients and families. At Excell, you can expand on your "why" and join a team committed to creating a workplace defined by compassion, service, and purpose. Live your passion and commitment to exceptional care and help build the next chapter of our story.

HCHB/POINTCARE EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS! Mileage Reimbursement $0.50 per mile

JOB SUMMARY

The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s);
2. Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling;
3. Provides patient and caregiver education;
4. Prepares clinical notes, and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals;
5. Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care;
6. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to: Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab. Directing physical therapy treatment. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances. Determining priority needs for physical therapy Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
7. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
8. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
9. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
10. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
11. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
12. Participates in peer consultation process.
13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
14. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
15. Participates in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable.
• Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state and possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (“CAPTE”) or any successor organization of the CAPTE.
• Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist.
• Community/home health experience is preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Excell Home Care and Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Excell is compliant with CDC guidelines, CMS state and federal law pertaining to patient care, the EEOC, and all other applicable state and federal laws, including COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination mandates.

EXCELL follows EEOC guidance on medical and religious exemptions and welcomes all applicants regardless of their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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.

EXCELL's mission is to provide the highest quality of genuine care for our clients and their families. Excell provides seamless, team-oriented, collaborative and coordinated services for its patients. Excell is dedicated to providing safe, individualized, comprehensive and excellent quality of genuine care for its patients and their families. Excell is committed to helping adults maintain their comfort, independence and dignity at home or in their place of residence, no matter how small or great the need may be.

Based in Oklahoma City and operating in various counties throughout the state, Excell Home Care & Hospice is Medicare certified and licensed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. We provide services in OKC metro areas and surrounding areas.

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, for all job classifications, 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.