Physical Therapist (Home Health)

LHC Group; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist, where you'll assess patient needs and develop nurturing treatment plans tailored for home health patients. Enjoy the autonomy of patient care while contributing to quality healthcare in your community. Opportunities for career growth and continuing education are available.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Career growth possibilities

Independence and autonomy

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the relevant state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have a current driver's license and dependable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Develop and report on treatment plans.
• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore function.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Patient Communication

Education

Current Physical Therapy Licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist.

At Home Care Solutions, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We 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 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 Physical Therapist works to determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress.

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instructs and informs participating members of the healthcare team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding 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 current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

Company Overview

LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At LHC Group, we offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Home Care Solutions — part of the LHC Group family of providers — is 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 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.