PHYSICAL THERAPIST - HOME HEALTH

Avow Hospice; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Avow Hospice is looking for a licensed Physical Therapist in Naples, Florida to deliver personalized therapy services to patients. This role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare professionals and thorough evaluations to enhance patient progress.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year of Physical Therapy experience, hold a valid Florida PT license, and demonstrate strong assessment and treatment planning skills. Various benefits including health insurance and continuing education opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in Physical Therapy.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Florida.
• Valid CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services prescribed by a physician.
• Initial and ongoing assessments of functioning.
• Develop and revise plans of care.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Supervise Therapy Assistants as appropriate.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Evaluation of care outcomes

Supervision of assistants

Education

Graduate of an accredited PT program

Job description

Job Details

Location: AmeriCare Home Health Care - Naples, FL 34105.

Salary Range: $81,000.00 - $101,000.00 per year. Sign‑on Bonus: $10,000 for qualified candidates.

Territory: Naples to Marco Island. Mileage reimbursed at the current federal rate of 72.5 cents per mile.

Job Summary

The licensed Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient’s progress toward achieving functional goals. The PT will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services prescribed by a physician, which can be safely provided at home:
• Initial and ongoing assessments to determine level of functioning, including OASIS assessments (G333, G336).
• Developing and revising the plan of care with physician and care‑team members (G162, G186).
• Providing therapeutic treatments and evaluating equipment needs as applicable.
• Advising and consulting with family and agency personnel regarding medical equipment, HEP, safety issues (G143, G188).
• Preparing clinical and progress notes (G187).
• Evaluating outcomes of care.
• Supervising Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as appropriate (G190).
• Planning for discharge.
• Follow all policies and procedures, including safeguarding patient privacy and the Compliance Program.
• Participate in in‑services and QA programs as requested (G189).
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Core Values

• Integrity: We are honest, hardworking, fiscally responsible professionals driven solely by the wellbeing of our patients, their loved ones, and the communities we serve.
• Education: We believe it is important to educate community members about our services and the role we play through life’s transitions.
• Collaboration: We work together with each other, healthcare partners, and the community.
• Innovation: We embrace change and seek creative ways to solve problems for new populations.
• Celebration: We celebrate life and relationships.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Physical Therapy.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Florida.
• Valid CPR certification.

Computer, Language, Mathematical, Reasoning Skills

Knowledge of basic typing, data entry, word processing software, database software, and general e‑mail usage.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to write speeches, articles, and present information to various audiences.

Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as probability, statistics, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions.

Physical Demands

Regularly sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, reach; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; lift up to 10lbs and occasionally up to 25lbs. Vision abilities include eye focus and perception.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to weather conditions; moderate noise level.

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical insurance (PPO) with prescription drug co‑pay or HDHP w/HSA
• Supplemental benefits (hospital confinement, accident and/or cancer)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and accidental death/dismemberment insurance (company paid)
• Long‑term care insurance (company paid)
• Retirement savings plan (TSA/403(b) matching program)
• Short and long term disability insurance (company paid)
• LegalShield (identity protection and more)
• Bereavement leave for family and pets
• Direct deposit
• Credit union availability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• In‑house continuing education opportunities
• Discounted membership at local area fitness center
• Tuition reimbursement
• Other employer-sponsored activities

Additional Information

We are a Tobacco Free Organization and hire only nicotine‑free individuals.

All applicants are required to complete a screening through the Clearinghouse.