Physical Therapist PRN | Hospice (41625)

The Care Team Home Health & Hospice; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid-per-visit

Job summary

The Care Team Hospice is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to support hospice patients across Akron and surrounding communities on a PRN, paid-per-visit basis.

Flexible scheduling and one-on-one patient care focus help maintain comfort and independence for patients in homes and facilities.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) license in Ohio required.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Previous physical therapy experience preferred; hospice/home health/geriatric preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and patient education skills.
• Independent work in patients' homes and facilities.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Complete individualized PT evaluations focused on mobility, strength, balance and safety.
• Deliver interventions aligned with hospice plan of care and goals.
• Recommend assistive devices and safe transfer techniques.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on mobility and fall prevention.
• Collaborate with hospice team and document care timely.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Communication

Independence

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Akron Cuyahoga Falls Hospice - Akron , OH, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Therapist, Physical Therapist (PT) – PRN | Hospice

Flexible scheduling. Paid per visit. Meaningful patient care.

Looking for a flexible Physical Therapy opportunity that allows you to make a difference without committing to a traditional full-time schedule?

The Care Team Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to support hospice patients throughout Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and surrounding communities on a PRN, paid-per-visit basis.

This is a great opportunity for a Physical Therapist looking to supplement their current income, maintain flexibility, or use their clinical expertise in a more personalized, patient-centered setting.

Unlike traditional rehabilitation settings, hospice physical therapy focuses on comfort, safety, mobility, and quality of life rather than aggressive rehabilitation goals. You'll work one-on-one with patients and families, helping them maintain independence where possible, improve comfort, and navigate everyday activities safely.

We're looking for a PT who is compassionate, dependable, clinically confident, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with an experienced hospice team.

Schedule & Compensation

• PRN / As Needed
• Paid Per Visit
• Flexible scheduling based on patient needs and your availability
• Territory: Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and surrounding communities
• Community-based patient visits in homes and facilities

Why Join The Care Team?

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid-per-visit compensation
• Meaningful one-on-one patient interactions
• Independence and autonomy in the field
• Collaboration with an experienced interdisciplinary hospice team
• An opportunity to make a difference in patients' comfort, safety, and quality of life

Qualifications: Key Responsibilities

• Complete individualized physical therapy evaluations focused on mobility, strength, balance, safety, functional abilities, and patient comfort.
• Develop and provide appropriate therapy interventions aligned with each patient's hospice plan of care and personal goals.
• Recommend assistive devices, safe transfer techniques, positioning strategies, and environmental modifications to improve comfort and safety.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on mobility, fall prevention, energy conservation, positioning, and safe daily activities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) license in Ohio required.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Previous physical therapy experience required; hospice, home health, palliative care, or geriatric experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide care in patients' homes and facilities.
• Experience supporting patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses preferred.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance required.