Physical Therapist - Home Health

Family Home Health Services, Inc.; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Home Health Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide quality care in Park Ridge, Illinois. Key duties include assessing patient needs and overseeing therapy plans.

The ideal candidate should hold a degree in physical therapy, an Illinois license, and have a passion for improving patient health. Join a dynamic team committed to making a positive impact!

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or master's in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
• Current Illinois license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic and rehabilitative status.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on therapeutic appliance use.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapeutic appliance instruction

Gait analysis

Education

Baccalaureate or master’s in physical therapy

Current Illinois license as a Physical Therapist

Current CPR certification

Job description

Family Home Health Network, is a provider of intermittent Home Health care, palliative care, hospice care and custodial private care services throughout the Chicagoland area.

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing physical therapy services to patients including but will not be limited to assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participating in the development of the total plan of care; assessing for muscle strength, mobility, gait. The Physical Therapist will also instruct patients, families and caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and determine priority needs for physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization
• Current Illinois license as a Physical Therapist
• Current CPR card
• Valid IL driver’s license and auto insurance policy
• Home Care Home Base experience preferred

If you enjoy being part of a dynamic team using your skills to have a positive impact on the lives of others, we would very much like to hear from you!