Physical Therapist PT
About The Position
VitalCaring is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide home health therapy that helps patients regain independence, mobility, confidence, and quality of life. This autonomous, relationship-driven, field-based role is part of a coordinated care team and focuses on patient-centered recovery in patients’ homes. The therapist evaluates patients’ functional status, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation potential; develops and implements individualized care plans; provides hands-on therapy; and educates patients and caregivers about treatment, exercises, and safety. The role also involves monitoring outcomes, adjusting treatment plans, supporting transitions of care and discharge planning, identifying additional needs, coordinating with interdisciplinary colleagues, documenting in the EMR, and participating in case conferences and team meetings. The therapist supervises Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with state guidelines and provides guidance to caregivers and support staff.
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.
- Ability to thrive in an autonomous, field-based environment.
- Passion for patient independence and functional outcomes.
- Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with patients and families.
- Clinical excellence combined with compassionate care.
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 mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
- Educate patients and caregivers on 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Pharmacy benefits.
- Virtual care and mental health support.
- FSA and HSA options.
- Supplemental health and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement.
- Employee referral program.
- Prepaid legal services and identity theft protection.
- Flexible scheduling and autonomy in the workday.
- Generous paid time off.
- Ongoing clinical education and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
