Physical Therapist, PT - Home Health

VitalCaring Group•Bradenton, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

VitalCaring is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide home health care. In this autonomous, relationship-driven role, the therapist helps patients recover safely, regain mobility, and maintain independence in their homes. The position involves delivering patient-centered therapy, coordinating with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team, educating patients and caregivers, tracking outcomes, and supporting care transitions and discharge planning. The therapist also supervises Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with state guidelines.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a DPT or master’s degree.
Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
Minimum 1–2 years of experience.
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ functional status, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation potential.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
Provide hands-on therapy to improve patients’ mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
Educate patients and caregivers about treatment plans, exercises, and safety strategies.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Support safe transitions of care and contribute to discharge planning.
Identify additional patient needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Coordinate care with nurses, therapists, and physicians.
Document patient care and progress accurately and promptly in the EMR.
Participate in case conferences and team meetings.
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with state guidelines.
Provide guidance and education to caregivers and support staff.