Physical Therapist (PT)

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios

Flexible assignments

Online training and CEUs

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen

Job summary

Interim HealthCare Inc. in Great Bend, KS is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist to provide patient-centered, home-based therapy. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized plans of care and help patients regain mobility and independence.

We offer 1:1 patient ratios, flexible assignments, access to online training and opportunities to earn CEUs, plus tuition discounts through Rasmussen University. Active Kansas PT license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapist program.
• Active Physical Therapist license in Kansas.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients with reduced mobility or strength.
• Collaborate with home health team (RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, OT, SLP) on care plans.
• Observe movements, assess progress, and adjust the care plan as needed.
• Assist patients with exercises and hands-on therapy to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Educate patients on the plan of care, goals, and exercises.
• Coach families on safely assisting with exercises and therapy goals.

Skills

CPR certification

Clinical judgement

Interpersonal skills

Dexterity

Compassion

Education

Accredited Physical Therapist Program

Kansas PT license

Job description

Home Health Physical Therapist (PT)

in Great Bend, KS

Experience a therapy career that caters to your schedule and makes every day an adventure. As a Home Health PT, work-life balance is yours to enjoy and no two days are ever alike. You’ll get to know your patients personally and have a full view of the environment and obstacles they are navigating.

Since 1966, Interim HealthCare® has been a trusted provider of home health therapy and an employer of choice to PTs nationwide. We are committed to helping patients regain their strength so they can live their best life. If you share our passion, you are made for this!

Our Home Health Physical Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:

• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

As a Home Health Physical Therapist, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength and functionality due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, OT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and goals
• Observe movements, conduct assessments, document progress and modify care plan as needed
• Assist patient with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility
• Educate patients on their plan of care, established goals, exercises and self-care
• Coach family on the plan of care, therapy goals and safely assisting with exercises

A few must-haves for Home Health Physical Therapists:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PT license in Kansas
• CPR certification
• Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, dexterity and compassion

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Physical Therapists (PTs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of PTs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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