Home Health Physical Therapist

Elite Care Management, Inc.•East Chicago, IN

9d•$75 - $80•Onsite

About The Position

Elite Care Management is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist to provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes throughout Lake County, Indiana. This part-time/PRN, per-visit position offers flexible scheduling. The therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides skilled therapy to improve mobility, strength, balance, safety, and functional independence in the home environment. The role involves working independently while building meaningful relationships with patients and coordinating care with physicians, nurses, therapy staff, and other interdisciplinary team members. Elite Care Management describes a supportive clinical environment and provides resources to help clinicians succeed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current, active Physical Therapist license in the State of Indiana.
Previous home health experience is required.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to independently manage patient visits and scheduling.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
Proficiency with electronic medical records and mobile documentation.
Ability to meet the physical demands of providing therapy services in patients’ homes.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and reassessments in patients’ homes.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient goals.
Provide skilled therapeutic interventions, including strengthening, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and functional mobility exercises.
Establish individualized home exercise programs and educate patients and caregivers about them.
Educate patients on fall prevention, home safety, proper body mechanics, and assistive device use.
Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and modify treatment plans as clinically indicated.
Communicate changes in patient condition and coordinate care with physicians, nurses, therapy staff, and other interdisciplinary team members.
Participate in care coordination, discharge planning, and appropriate patient referrals.
Maintain compliance with agency policies, professional standards, and applicable state and federal home health regulations.