Home Health Physical Therapist - PRN

HonorHealth•Phoenix, AZ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PRN) evaluates, administers, and oversees evidence-based physical therapy services for individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations. The role uses specialized skills to prevent dysfunction, restore function, or slow the progression of pathology, supporting quality of movement and daily living skills. The therapist develops and progresses plans of care to help individuals return to their prior level of function, following physician referral guidelines, organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and departmental policies and procedures. This position provides home care support through skilled visits and joint home visits with the care team. It requires a minimum of 12 shifts per quarter and availability for at least 8 hours per pay period, based on staffing needs. Mileage is reimbursed, and scheduling is flexible.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA.
At least 1 year of related experience.
Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Driver's license; regular operation of a motor vehicle is required, and authorization for an annual Motor Vehicle Record check is required.
Current Arizona Department of Health Services Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA.
Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA.
At least 2 years of home health experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate and document communications with attending physicians, other disciplines, and clinical supervisors concerning patient condition, discharge planning, plans of care, patient and family concerns, and third-party payer issues.
Provide home care support to patients and family members through skilled visits and joint home visits with the care team.
Ensure patient and family needs related to diagnosis or disability are addressed through the care plan in collaboration with attending physicians and other disciplines.
Develop, implement, and oversee therapy-only care plans, collaborating with the health care team on a cohesive, comprehensive plan of care.
Independently manage a caseload of patients as needed.
Monitor care provision to ensure appropriate outcomes, visit frequency, and compliance with documentation requirements.
Implement individualized treatment plans using skilled therapy techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, and modalities as indicated.
Provide verbal and written instructions to patients, caregivers, and family members as needed.
Be available for at least 8 hours per pay period based on staffing needs.