Physical Therapist (Home Health)

LHC Group; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home healthcare provider is hiring a Physical Therapist to support patients in Kentucky. The role involves assessing patient needs, creating treatment plans, and implementing interventions to enhance patient well-being. This position offers independence, continuing education opportunities, and paths for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Continuing education reimbursement

Autonomy in role

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold current licensure in state of practice.
• CPR certification required before hire.
• Access to a dependable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to mobility and medical conditions.
• Develop treatment plans and perform interventions tailored to patient's well-being.
• Evaluate patient's progress and adjust treatment as necessary.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Communication

Independence

Education

Current Physical Therapy Licensure

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Summary This position will support our Fayette, Jessamine, Anderson and Woodford county patients! We are hiring for a Physical Therapist. At Lifeline of Jackson Purchase Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. As a Physical Therapist, you can expect: the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities independence and autonomy career growth possibilities Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare. Responsibilities The Home Health Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) 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 this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress. Education and Experience Licensure Requirements Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice. Current CPR certification required. Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle. LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions. Lifeline of Jackson Purchase Home Health is part of the LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: “It's all about helping people.” Company Overview Lifeline Health Care of Fayette a part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people. Equal Opportunity Employer – vets, disability.

About the company

LHC Group, Inc. is a national provider of in-home healthcare services and innovations, providing quality, value-based healthcare to patients primarily within the comfort and privacy of their home or place of residence. LHC Group’s services cover a wide range of healthcare needs for patients and families dealing with illness, injury, or chronic conditions. The company’s 32,000 employees deliver home health, hospice, home and community based services, and facility-based care in 35 states and the District of Columbia – reaching 60 percent of the U.S. population aged 65 and older. LHC Group is the preferred in-home healthcare partner for 350 leading hospitals around the country.

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