Physical Therapist FT

Pinnacle Home Care • Lake Wales, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Pinnacle Home Care is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to provide home-based care in Highlands County and South Polk County. The role involves assessing patients, developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans, coordinating care with physicians and an interdisciplinary team, educating patients and caregivers, documenting care, and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants. The position supports Pinnacle’s mission to deliver compassionate, patient-centered healthcare at home.

Requirements

• Current state-specific Physical Therapist license.
• Graduate of 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 preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, including OASIS evaluation and documentation.
• Develop and implement tailored 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 patients’ conditions to physicians.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in accordance with 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.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.

What This Job Offers

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