Physical Therapist (PT) - PRN Weekends (9955)

Summit Home Care & Hospice; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Summit Home Care & Hospice in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to provide home healthcare services. This role involves delivering personalized physical therapy care and collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Ideal candidates should have a valid PT license in Ohio, experience in rehabilitation, and the ability to work flexibly.

Benefits include mileage reimbursement and a referral program to assist in client care.

Qualifications

• Active physical therapy license in Ohio is required.
• Recent TB test must be maintained.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to a physician's plan.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic status and develop rehabilitation programs.
• Instruct patients and families on therapeutic appliances.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership qualities

Education

Bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate in physical therapy

Current CPR certification

Tools

Automobile insurance

Job description

Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an experienced and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team. We’re committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services in the comfort of our patients' homes to positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of care.

Job Details

• Job Location: Columbus, OH
• Job Category: Physical Therapist
• Company: Summit Home Care and Hospice

Physical Therapist (PT)

• Schedule: PRN, Weekends Only, Flexible Scheduling
• Pay Structure: Pay per Visit (Rates vary depending on service & assigned coverage area)
• Coverage Location: Greater Columbus, OH Area
• Travel: Required + Mileage Reimbursement

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.
• 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.
• Determine priority needs for physical therapy.
• 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.
• Instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
• May train the patient in the use of prosthetic devices.
• 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 physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
• 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

Requirements

• Active physical therapy license in the state of Ohio.
• Bachelor’s, 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

• Mileage Reimbursement
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedule