Telehealth Physical Therapist (PT)

Sprenger-Health-Care-Systems-1; Amherst (OH); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

CE opportunities

Job summary

Sprenger Therapy is seeking an Ohio-licensed Physical Therapist to provide telehealth services to residents within our skilled nursing communities. This remote role connects you with an on-site interdisciplinary team, ensuring mobility and function goals are met via secure video visits.

You’ll evaluate, plan, and implement care with strong clinical autonomy while collaborating closely with residents, families, and staff for meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ohio license as Physical Therapist or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, post-acute care or telehealth preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
• Clear communication skills and ability to build rapport through video.
• Reliable high-speed internet and private workspace for confidential care.

Responsibilities

• Complete physical therapy evaluations and reassessments via secure telehealth.
• Develop individualized plans of care with residents, families and the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide skilled telehealth treatment focused on mobility, strength, balance, safety, function and independence.
• Collaborate with on-site therapy staff during evaluations, treatments, measurements and assessments.
• Supervise PT Assistants, as permitted by Ohio law and payer requirements.
• Document services clearly, accurately and efficiently.
• Create a telehealth experience that remains personal, engaging and resident-centered.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Video communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

PT degree (DPT/MSP)

Tools

Telehealth platform

EMR

Job description

Telehealth Physical Therapist (PT) – In-House TherapyIf you’re looking for the flexibility of working remotely while still being part of a close, supportive therapy team, this role offers the best of both.Sprenger Therapy is seeking an Ohio-licensed Physical Therapist to provide telehealth services to residents within our skilled nursing communities. You’ll deliver meaningful, patient-centered care through secure video technology while collaborating closely with our on-site therapy teams.As part of our in-house, family-owned therapy organization, you’ll have the clinical support, collaboration, and stability of an established rehabilitation team. Our telehealth model is designed to keep you connected to the residents you serve and the colleagues supporting their care.Why Therapists Choose Sprenger TherapyRemote telehealth position with flexible schedulingDirect employment with our in-house therapy teamStrong collaboration with on-site therapists, assistants, and nursing staffClinical judgment and professional autonomy are respectedTherapy time protected from routine non-therapy responsibilitiesExperienced clinical and operational leadership available for supportStable, family-oriented culture with accessible leadershipCare decisions guided by resident needs and meaningful outcomesYou receive the flexibility of remote practice while remaining part of a team that knows its residents and works together to help them succeed.What You’ll DoComplete physical therapy evaluations and reassessments through secure telehealth technologyDevelop individualized plans of care in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care teamProvide skilled telehealth treatment focused on mobility, strength, balance, safety, function, and independenceCollaborate with on-site therapy staff during evaluations, treatments, measurements, and functional assessmentsSupervise and provide clinical direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, as permitted by Ohio law and payer requirementsParticipate in care planning and discharge planningConduct appropriate screenings and identify residents who may benefit from physical therapy interventionCommunicate with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and other members of the care teamDocument services clearly, accurately, and efficientlyCreate a telehealth experience that remains personal, engaging, and resident-centeredWhat We’re Looking ForBachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited programCurrent Ohio Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Ohio licensureExperience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, post-acute care, or telehealth preferredStrong clinical judgment and ability to work independentlyClear communication skills and the ability to build rapport through videoTeam-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively with on-site staffComfort using electronic documentation and video technologyReliable high-speed internet and a private workspace appropriate for confidential healthcare communicationCommitment to patient-first, outcomes-driven careExperienced clinicians are preferred. New graduates with strong geriatric clinical experience and the ability to practice independently may also be considered.Pay & BenefitsCompetitive compensation based on experienceRemote work arrangementFlexible schedulingGenerous 401(k) with company matchContinuing education opportunitiesPaid time off and vacation payHealth, dental, and vision insuranceCompany-paid life insuranceTuition reimbursementClinical and leadership growth opportunities within a 12-facility networkBenefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours.From Our Therapy Team“I feel supported, trusted, and confident that the work I do here actually matters. That’s not something I take for granted.”About Sprenger TherapySprenger Therapy is the in-house rehabilitation team for Sprenger Health Care Systems, a third-generation, family-owned senior living organization. Our telehealth therapists work alongside our on-site teams to provide connected, individualized care to residents throughout our Ohio communities.This is the flexibility of remote practice with the support and relationships of an in-house therapy team.Ready to make a meaningful difference from wherever you practice? Apply today.