Home Health Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

Optimal Care•Jackson, MI

4d•$93,000 - $116,000•Onsite

About The Position

Help patients reclaim their independence and mobility in the place they call home. As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll provide comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients recovering from surgery, injury, or illness - working one-on-one in their home environments to restore function, relieve pain, and maximize their quality of life. This role is perfect for a licensed PT who values autonomy, enjoys problem-solving in varied home settings, and finds deep satisfaction in seeing patients progress from dependence to independence. You'll have the time and flexibility to truly know your patients, adapt treatments to their unique environments, and make a lasting impact on their recovery journeys.

Requirements

Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Current state license as a Physical Therapist
Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist
Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance
Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area
Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort evaluating and adapting to varied home environments
Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Nice To Haves

Home health experience
OASIS certification or willingness to obtain
Experience with Medicare home health documentation

Responsibilities

Provide Comprehensive Physical Therapy
Conduct thorough assessments of functional level, muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM, and transfer capabilities
Evaluate home environments and identify barriers to desired outcomes
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to restore function and maintain maximum performance
Use appropriate physical therapy treatments, modalities, and procedures to relieve pain and improve function
Minimize residual physical disabilities and work toward optimal patient outcomes
Assess and Plan Patient Care
Perform OASIS assessments at appropriate time points (start of care, reassessments, discharge, significant changes)
Collaborate with physicians and care teams in developing and revising comprehensive care plans
Set realistic, measurable goals that address patients' functional needs
Assess ongoing rehabilitation and equipment needs throughout the episode of care
Identify when referrals to other disciplines are needed
Educate and Empower Patients
Teach patients, families, and caregivers techniques to continue therapy between visits
Instruct on proper use of prosthetic and orthotic devices and durable medical equipment
Promote disease prevention and injury management strategies
Work toward eventual patient and caregiver independence as the ultimate goal
Provide education on fall prevention and home safety modifications
Collaborate with the Care Team
Coordinate with physicians, nurses, OTs, MSWs, and other healthcare professionals
Attend and initiate patient care conferences for complex cases
Communicate patient progress, reactions to treatment, and condition changes promptly
Supervise physical therapy assistants and aides as appropriate
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and QAPI activities
Maintain Clinical Excellence
Complete accurate, timely documentation including OASIS assessments within agency timeframes
Submit start of care paperwork electronically within 24 hours of initial visit
Monitor and report signs, symptoms, and changes in patient condition
Stay current with physical therapy trends, best practices, and home health regulations
Participate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions