PRN License Physical Therapist Home Health
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The 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 role works collaboratively with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life in the home setting. The position is described as PRN. Candidates must graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program, hold a current license for the state in which they will work, and have current CPR certification. At least one year of related physical therapy experience is required for therapists entering home health care; those with less experience require approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program. A driver's license and access to reliable transportation are also required. The listed annual salary range is $80,864 to $121,296 based on full-time employment. Pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits may include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment. The employer describes itself as committed to an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunity.
Requirements
- Graduate from a physical therapy educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- Hold a current physical therapy license specific to the state assigned for work.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of related physical therapy experience for physical therapists entering home health care; candidates with less than 1 year require regional clinical leader approval and appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program.
- 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.
- Collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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Career Level
Entry Level
