Physical Therapist - Home Health

Healthtalentpro; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated Home Health team as a Physical Therapist, where you will provide essential therapy services in the comfort of patients' homes. This role emphasizes patient independence and cognitive functioning through personalized treatment programs. You will have the opportunity to educate patients and their caregivers while supervising a team of assistants. This position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment, allowing you to make a significant impact on patients' lives. If you are passionate about helping others and have a strong background in physical therapy, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with experience in home health settings.
• Ability to develop and implement effective treatment programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy programs and equipment use.
• Supervise assistants and participate in agency development activities.

Skills

Physical Therapy Assessment

Patient Education

Treatment Program Development

Supervision Skills

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

State Licensure

Job description

Job Description:

As a Physical Therapist in our client's Home Health team, you will be responsible for providing Physical Therapy services to patients in their homes, assessing patient functioning levels, and developing treatment programs to improve independence and physical/cognitive functioning. You will also be involved in patient and caregiver education, supervision, and reporting on patient progress.

Key Responsibilities
● Perform Physical Therapy assessments and develop treatment programs
● Record and report patient's reaction to treatment and condition changes
● Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy programs and device use
● Supervise physical therapy assistant and, when appropriate, the certified nursing assistant
● Prepare reports and participate in staff and Agency development activities

Travel
● Local travel to residential homes