Physical Therapist FT

Pinnacle Home Care • Lake Wales, FL

5d

About The Position

Pinnacle Home Care is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to provide compassionate, patient-centered home health care in Highlands County and South Polk County. The role involves assessing patients, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, coordinating care with physicians and other clinicians, educating patients and caregivers, maintaining clinical documentation, and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants. The therapist also supports coordinated care through case conferences, team meetings, referrals, and communication about patient progress and changes in condition.

Requirements

• Current state-specific Physical Therapist license.
• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Valid BLS certification.
• At least one year of Physical Therapist experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
• Ability to visit homes that may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and dexterity to perform physical assessments and demonstrate care techniques.
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, and occasionally lift or turn patients.

Nice To Haves

• Home health experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, including OASIS evaluations and documentation.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in consultation with physicians and clinicians, adjusting plans as needed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate and support patients and families or caregivers on therapy programs.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and report changes in patient condition to the physician.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to agency policies and state regulations.
• Participate in in-services, case conferences, and meetings to promote coordinated care.
• Identify patient and caregiver needs for additional services and make appropriate referrals.
• Confirm daily visit schedules to coordinate with other staff.
• Communicate patient progress and changes with physicians and care teams.
• Document visits and progress notes on the same day of service.

Benefits

• Free continuing education units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
• Employee referral program with rewards.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Competitive benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level