Physical Therapist (PT) (10029)

Summit Home Care & Hospice; Hilliard (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Mileage Reimbursement

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Summit Home Care & Hospice is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide home-based and onsite care in the Hilliard, OH area. You will work on the road for patient visits, with training at the local office and occasional remote coordination.

The role requires an active Ohio PT license, a PT degree (Bachelors/Master/Doctorate), CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license. Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $110,000 per year with a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio PT license required and CPR certification.
• Bachelors/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities; patient-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services per physician's plan of care.
• Assess and develop rehab programs; monitor progress and adjust as needed.
• Evaluate home environment and mobility for rehab potential.
• Supervise PTAs; train and mentor staff as required.
• Collaborate with the care team to coordinate patient services.
• Prepare progress summaries and participate in discharge planning.
• Advise caregivers on use of therapeutic equipment.

Skills

Strong leadership

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Ability to handle physical workload

Rapport building with patients

Education

PT Degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctorate)

Active Ohio PT license

Tools

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Location: Hilliard, OH

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 (Paid in Installments)

Job Category: Physical Therapist

Hours: Monday - Friday; Standard Business Hours & Flexible Scheduling

Coverage Location: Hilliard, OH & Surrounding Areas (Columbus, OH)

Work Setting: On the Road for Patient Visits & Training at the Local Office or Remotely

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative/functional status to develop, implement and direct physical therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation.
• Evaluate the patient’s home environment, assess patients for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM potential for rehab.
• Direct patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Report the patient's reaction to treatment or changes in their condition to their physician.
• Initiate physical therapy program and instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as necessary.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• Participate in discharge planning for the patient.
• Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Participate in the peer consultation process.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
• When therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise and evaluate home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
• Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care.

Qualifications

• Active physical therapy license in the state of Ohio.
• Bachelors, master's or doctorate in physical therapy from an Accredited Program, Required.
• Possess and maintain a current CPR certification.
• Recent TB Test.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with active automobile insurance.
• Previous experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other areas preferred.
• Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist preferred.
• Community/home health experience is preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle physical workload.
• Ability to build rapport with patients.
• Strong leadership qualities.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Mileage Reimbursement ($0.48/Mile)
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedule