PT home health

Position Summary:
A Home Health Physical Therapist delivers skilled rehabilitation services in patients homes to improve mobility strength balance and overall functional independence. Care is individualized and focused on helping patients safely recover manage chronic conditions and maintain independence in their daily environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-home evaluations of patients physical function mobility and safety needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals
• Provide hands-on therapy including therapeutic exercise gait training balance training and functional mobility training
• Evaluate home environments for safety risks and recommend adaptive equipment or modifications
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility techniques fall prevention and home exercise programs
• Monitor and document patient progress adjusting treatment plans as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency standards
• Collaborate with physicians nurses and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care
• Travel to patient homes within assigned service area

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree
• Active Physical Therapist license in the state of practice
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
• Home health or outpatient experience preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to adapt treatment to diverse home environments
• Strong organization and time management abilities
• Compassionate patient-centered approach to care

Work Environment:

• Patient homes across assigned geographic area
• Daily travel required
• Flexible scheduling based on caseload

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to assist patients with transfers walking and mobility tasks
• Frequent standing walking bending and light-to-moderate physical activity
• Ability to safely perform duties in non-clinical environments

Objective:
To enhance patients mobility independence and quality of life by delivering effective physical therapy services in the home setting.