Physical Therapist - Home Health & IHOP - All Territories

RVNAhealth•Ridgefield, CT

About The Position

RVNAhealth is hiring licensed Physical Therapists for two distinct service lines: Home Health and In-Home Outpatient (IHOP). We are actively recruiting for both positions across Fairfield County. Whether you are interested in episodic, skilled home health care or outpatient-level therapy delivered in the home, we offer opportunities to match your clinical experience and career goals. We are hiring Physical Therapists for Full-time, Part-time or Per-Diem work schedules. Position Options Home Health Physical Therapist (Medicare Part A) Provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes under a home health plan of care. This role focuses on short-term, intermittent care for patients recovering from illness, injury, or hospitalization. In-Home Outpatient Physical Therapist (IHOP – Medicare Part B) Deliver outpatient-level physical therapy services in patients' homes and assisted living communities. This role often includes ongoing therapy for post-surgical patients and those requiring longer-term rehabilitation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Current Connecticut Physical Therapist license
Minimum of 2+ years of clinical experience (home health and/or outpatient preferred)
Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working in home settings or assisted living communities is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform start-of-care visits, evaluations, reassessments, and discharges
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Provide functional rehabilitation to improve mobility and independence
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
Complete OASIS documentation and maintain compliance with Medicare Part A guidelines
Educate patients and caregivers on safety, fall prevention, and disease management
Conduct comprehensive outpatient evaluations and develop care plans
Treat patients recovering from orthopedic procedures (e.g., total joint replacements)
Provide ongoing therapy focused on strength, balance, and functional mobility
Perform pre-operative assessments and post-surgical follow-up care
Collaborate with physicians and care teams to optimize outcomes
Maintain Part B documentation and billing compliance