Job Title: Physical Therapist - Home Health
Department: Clinical
Location: Cleveland Ohio
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor Home Health
FLSA Status: Exempt
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist to provide personalized evidence-based therapy to patients in their homes. This role focuses on improving mobility independence and overall quality of life while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient-centered care. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills a patient-first mindset and the ability to manage a diverse caseload efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care Excellence
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans focused on mobility independence and functional improvement.
- Deliver high-quality evidence-based therapy interventions in the home environment.
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and strategies to promote recovery and prevent injury.
Operational & Clinical Performance
- Adjust therapy plans as needed based on patient progress and evolving needs.
- Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) to ensure compliance and care continuity.
- Monitor outcomes and track progress toward established goals.
Collaboration & Teamwork
- Work closely with nurses social workers and other therapists to provide coordinated holistic care.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and align care plans.
- Mentor therapy assistants or junior clinicians as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program.
- Active state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
- Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience preferably in home health or a similar setting.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapy practices and home health regulations.
- Excellent communication problem-solving and time management skills.
- Proficiency in EHR systems and telehealth tools.
- Familiarity with Medicare Medicaid and state-specific home health guidelines.
Work Environment
- Primarily provides care in patients homes with occasional office visits for meetings or training.
- Regular travel within the assigned service area is required.
- Dynamic patient-centered environment requiring adaptability organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
Success in This Role Will Be Measured By:
- Meeting caseload productivity and documentation timeliness standards.
- Achieving positive patient outcomes and functional improvements.
- Maintaining high patient satisfaction scores.
- Compliance with all regulatory and organizational requirements.