Physical Therapist (PT)
About The Position
Elara Caring seeks a compassionate, committed Physical Therapist to provide care to patients in their homes. The role supports the company’s mission to deliver high-quality care in patients’ preferred home settings and contributes to the development of a team of compassionate healthcare providers. The Physical Therapist provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, consults with specialists, and develops and implements individualized plans of care. The therapist works within established standards of care, guides support staff toward patient goals, and maintains complete and current clinical documentation. The position involves travel between patient homes and assigned work locations, a physically demanding and high-stress environment, and potentially irregular and on-call hours when applicable.
Requirements
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-approved physical therapy program.
- Current, unrestricted PT license valid in the state of work.
- At least one year of experience in a healthcare facility.
- Able and willing to travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel of 50%.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
- Able and willing to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
Responsibilities
- Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement, and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
- Provide direct patient care, evaluate functional needs and outcomes, and consult with other specialists.
- Review patients’ functional needs and adjust care plans to support optimal outcomes.
- Design and implement plans of care based on thorough assessments, incorporating participation by significant others when appropriate.
- Conduct therapy practice within defined standards of care.
- Direct support staff in helping patients achieve their functional goals.
- Document evaluations, treatment goals, and plans; regularly update documentation and maintain prescriptions and signatures.
- Provide direction and leadership to staff and serve as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
- Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Family and pet bereavement.
- Pet insurance.
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Job Type
Full-time
