Physical Therapist - Home Health

LHC Group, Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a Physical Therapist in Columbus, Indiana. This role involves assessing patients' needs, developing treatment plans, and delivering hands-on care in a home health setting. Candidates should be passionate about patient care and possess the necessary state licensure and certifications.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Possibilities

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in Indiana is required.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's functional status and needs; develop therapy plan.
• Observe and report patient's response to treatment and changes.
• Instruct healthcare team and families on care plan and progress.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Intervention Techniques

Patient Education

Education

Current Physical Therapy Licensure

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist.

At Floyd HomeCare, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We value meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. If you're passionate about helping people, you can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist, you can expect:

• The ability to build trusted, in-person therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy
• Career growth possibilities

Bring your passion for serving others and your drive for delivering better, more advanced healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, mobility, endurance, stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment, the therapist develops a treatment plan, performs interventions to improve the patient's well-being, and evaluates progress.

• Evaluate the patient's functional status and needs; assist in developing the therapy plan of care with the physician.
• 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, restore function, and maintain maximum functioning according to accepted standards of practice.
• Instruct and inform the healthcare team, patients, and families about the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the relevant state
• Current CPR certification
• Must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle

Company Overview

LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks at https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits.

Floyd HomeCare of Summerville, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care through home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. We are united by a shared purpose: It's all about helping people.