Physical Therapist - New Grads Welcome

LHC Group, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health organization is hiring a Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in Hagerstown, MD. The role involves developing treatment plans, evaluating patient progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Join a culture of caring and make a difference in patients' lives while enjoying comprehensive benefits and support for your career.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must have a current driver's license and access to a dependable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Develops and implements treatment plans to improve patient well-being.
• Instructs healthcare team members and family on care plans and progress.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Pain Management

Patient Education

Education

Current Physical Therapy Licensure

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist.

Kick$tart your career with $15,000 towards your student loans

At Lifeline of Jackson Purchase Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy meaningful connections with patients, 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.

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 helps develop a treatment plan, performs interventions to improve and enhance 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 condition to the supervising nurse and/or physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instructs and informs healthcare team members, the patient, and family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must have a current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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

Lifeline of Jackson Purchase Home Health, 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 that supports patients when and where they need it. Our services include 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.