PRN Physical Therapist ( PT ), Per Visit, Home Health

AW Health Care; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

AW Health Care is seeking Registered Physical Therapists to deliver skilled, intermittent physical therapy in patients' homes under physician orders. The role supports work under supervision by the Director of Clinical Services and involves a flexible Part‑time schedule with a focus on high-quality patient outcomes.

You will administer physician-prescribed therapy, document progress, and collaborate with care teams to optimize patient recovery while balancing work‑life priorities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a physical therapist curriculum approved by the APTA/AMA committees and currently licensed in the practicing state.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-prescribed physical therapy.
• Instruct patients and family in home programs.
• Write progress notes and reports to physicians.
• Participate in patient care conferences and care plan development.
• Assist physician with evaluating level of function and revising plan of care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Independent judgment

Education

Graduate from a physical therapist curriculum approved by APTA/AMA committees

Job description

Description

Looking for more time with your patients—and your family? Do you love providing home health care but find documentation overwhelming? Are you searching for better work‑life balance and tired of charting after hours? At AW Health Care we understand that the best patient outcomes happen when clinicians can focus on care—not paperwork.

We’ve launched an exciting new program that allows you to do just that: deliver high‑quality 1:1 care while minimizing documentation requirements. With a flexible schedule, excellent clinical outcomes, and strong patient satisfaction, this role is designed for therapists who want to make a difference—without sacrificing personal time.

Job Type: Part‑time

About AW Health Care

AW Health Care is a woman‑owned, independent home health agency based in St. Louis, proudly serving Missouri and Illinois for over 25 years. With more than 500 team members supporting over 1,500 patients, we are committed to delivering innovative, patient‑centered care that makes a difference.

Pay Transparency

• Start of Care $110.00/Visit
• Weekend Start of Care $150.00/Visit
• Return Visit $65.00/Visit
• Evaluation Visit $90.00/Visit
• Discharge $65.00/Visit

Now Hiring: Registered Physical Therapists (Full‑Time or PRN)

Job Summary

As a Registered Physical Therapist (PT), you will provide skilled, intermittent physical therapy in patients' homes according to physician orders and individualized care plans. You will work under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services, Nursing Supervisor, or Rehab Director.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Provide physician‑prescribed physical therapy.
• Improve or minimize residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Return the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
• Participate with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Direct and supervise personnel as required.
• Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
• Perform all skilled procedures as ordered by physician.
• Consult with physicians regarding changes in treatment.
• Write reports to physicians regarding patient’s progress.
• Instruct patients and family/significant others in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participate in in‑service programs and present in‑service programs as assigned.
• Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Attend all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Assist physician with evaluating level of function.
• Help develop the plan of care and revise as necessary.
• Consult with family and Agency personnel.
• Complete and submit OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges and significant change in condition in accordance with Agency defined time frames.
• Appropriately utilize ICD-9 codes.

Working Environment

Works indoors in agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.

Job Relationships

• Supervised by: Director of Therapy, Home Health
• Workers Supervised: Physical Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide as assigned

Risk Exposure

High risk

Requirements

Qualifications

• Graduate from a physical therapist curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, or the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association and American Physical Therapy Association. Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Two (2) years experience, preferred.
• Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Agency.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to participate in physical activity.
• Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
• Heavy lifting.
• Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

Service Areas

• St. Clair County, IL
• Madison County, IL
• Northern Monroe County, IL
• Eastern Clinton County, IL