Home Health Physical Therapist

Alternate Solutions Health Network•Indianapolis, IN

8d•Remote

About The Position

Care and compassion are at the heart of what you’ll do as a Physical Therapist (PT). You’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team focused on providing compassionate, high‑quality care while producing positive outcomes for our patient population. In this role, you will provide home‑based therapy care to patients as directed by the attending physician. You’ll interact with patients’ families while caring for patients and experience the rewarding privilege of being part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides valuable context and real‑world perspective into what truly helps patients restore their health.

Requirements

Physical Therapist with a current license in the state of employment
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a PT in an acute setting (required)
Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and co‑workers
Knowledge of physical therapy best practices
Ability to make appropriate clinical judgments
Strong problem‑solving skills
Detail‑oriented and observant
Disciplined work ethic with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name listed as a driver
Must meet all physical requirements of the position
Provide evidence of a current negative TB skin test or chest x‑ray at orientation
Annual TB testing required thereafter unless prior documentation is provided
Must be free of conditions that would restrict job performance
Position may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens

Nice To Haves

Home care experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy services in the patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician
Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress to the attending physician and appropriate agency staff
Perform OASIS assessments to develop and adjust individualized plans of care
Complete initial evaluation and admission visits within 48–72 hours of referral
Develop and implement individualized plans of care
Help decrease re‑hospitalizations by front‑loading visits for high‑risk patients
Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical therapy modalities such as exercise, massage, heat, and water
Arrange outpatient services when care cannot be safely provided in the home
Promote continuity of care through appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges
Counsel patients and families on disease or injury management throughout all phases of therapy
Incorporate patients and families into plan‑of‑care development
Instruct patients and family members on the proper use of equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, prosthetics, orthotics)
Ensure patients and families understand financial responsibility for required equipment by coordinating with DME and/or MSW
Reduce re‑hospitalizations through patient education on preventative measures and informed decision‑making
Listen actively to patients and family members
Supervise PTAs and, when appropriate, nurse assistants
Evaluate and adjust plans of care based on patient response and medical condition
Communicate supervisory visit findings with PTAs and nurse aides
Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocols and Medicare/Federal guidelines
Document all treatments, assessments, and patient education
Complete chart audits at agency locations as requested
Maintain an active PT license in the state of employment
Communicate scheduling changes as needed
Participate in on‑call requirements and case conferences
Attend in‑service trainings, mandatory meetings, and orientation for new employees
Maintain a professional appearance as a company representative
Understand and adhere to agency policies and procedures
Drive to patient locations per scheduled visits
Maintain daily attendance at assigned visit locations
Document all subsequent, discharge, evaluation, recertification, and resumption‑of‑care visits within 24 hours
Document all start‑of‑care visits within 48 hours
Complete and submit all required documentation within company‑specified timelines
Establish and follow plans of care within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of employment