Travel Physical Therapist - Home Health with Growth

Elara Caring; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Elara Caring in Columbus, OH seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality home-based care across patient settings. You will evaluate, plan, and implement therapy plans, collaborate with the care team, and promote best practices in mobility and functional outcomes.

The role requires an APTA-approved program, active PT license, at least one year in a healthcare facility, travel up to 50% with a reliable vehicle, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted PT license valid for the state of work.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare facility.
• Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area.
• Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Must be able and willing to travel 50%.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Promotes Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.
• Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
• Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

Skills

Willing to travel 50%

Education

APTA approved PT program

PT license

1 year healthcare facility experience

Tools

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Job description

Elara Caring in Columbus, OH seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality home-based care across patient settings. You will evaluate, plan, and implement therapy plans, collaborate with the care team, and promote best practices in mobility and functional outcomes.

The role requires an APTA-approved program, active PT license, at least one year in a healthcare facility, travel up to 50% with a reliable vehicle, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.