Physical Therapist Per Diem PPV
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Per Diem Physical Therapist provides skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes to promote mobility, restore function, improve strength and balance, and enhance safety and independence. The therapist works collaboratively with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life in the home setting. Compensation includes per-visit point pay for patient visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. The posting lists an annual total cash target pay range of $86,607–$129,910, a per-visit point pay range of $49.97–$74.95, and an hourly pay range of $41.64–$62.46. The annual total cash compensation estimate assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity; actual compensation may vary based on factors including labor market, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current license to practice physical therapy in the state where assigned to work.
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- At least 1 year of related physical therapy experience for physical therapists entering home health care, to ensure sufficient knowledge and skills to safely provide services. Applicants with less than 1 year of experience require regional clinical leader approval and appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Responsibilities
- Help patients maintain, restore, and improve movement, activity, and function.
- Provide interventions, conduct reexaminations at least every 30 days, modify interventions as necessary, and perform discharge planning.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
