Physical Therapist (OT) PACE Program

Legacy Healthcare; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Team-oriented culture

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join its PACE program in the Louisville Metro area, serving older adults in both home and center environments.

You will evaluate mobility, develop individualized care plans, and provide therapeutic interventions to enhance independence while reducing fall risk. Collaboration with RNs, PCPs, OTs, and social workers is essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in Indiana or eligible for licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of geriatrics/home health/SNF/outpatient/PACE experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in an interdisciplinary model.
• Proficient in EMR systems and documentation best practices.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess participants’ physical function, mobility, gait, balance, and rehab needs in home and center settings.
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized PT care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve or maintain mobility and reduce fall risk.
• Instruct participants, caregivers, and families in exercises, mobility techniques, and assistive devices.
• Document assessments, treatments, and progress per PACE standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate with RNs, PCPs, OTs, social workers, and other team members in care planning meetings.

Skills

Geriatrics

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Driving

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) – PACE Program

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to join a multidisciplinary care team at a reputable PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) facility in the Louisville Metro area. If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your clinical expertise directly improves mobility, safety, and quality of life for older adults, this could be a perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and assess participants’ physical function, mobility, gait, balance, and rehabilitation needs in both home and center environments.

• Develop, implement, and modify individualized physical therapy care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

• Provide therapeutic interventions to help participants improve or maintain mobility, reduce fall risk, and enhance physical independence.

• Instruct participants, caregivers, and family members in therapeutic exercises, mobility techniques, and use of assistive devices.

• Document assessments, treatments, and progress in accordance with PACE program standards and regulatory guidelines.

• Participate in care planning meetings and coordinate closely with RNs, PCPs, OTs, social workers, and other team members.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in the State of Indiana (or eligible for licensure).

• Minimum 1 year of experience in geriatrics, home health, SNF, outpatient, or PACE preferred.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to thrive in an interdisciplinary care model.

• Proficient in EMR systems and documentation best practices.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (home visits may be required).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience & market rates)

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Supportive, team-oriented work culture centered on holistic elder care

• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development