Physical Therapist
About The Position
The Physical Therapist – HAC helps patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life. The role provides skilled physical therapy services under a physician-directed plan of care, including assessment, treatment planning, intervention, and care coordination as part of an interdisciplinary care model. The position is with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, which provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The role includes comprehensive patient assessments, individualized care planning, skilled interventions, ongoing reassessments, coordination with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and accurate documentation. The employer describes an environment that offers direction, performance recognition, and development opportunities. Salary is $97,888 to $146,832 annually based on full-time employment; pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered license to practice physical therapy in the assigned state.
- Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
- At least 1 year of physical therapy experience, or less than 1 year of experience with participation in an approved residency or mentorship program.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of experience in clinical assessment, documentation, and care coordination.
- Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience in home health, hospital-at-home, or community-based therapy settings.
- At least 1 year of experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized physical therapy plans of care in collaboration with physicians.
- Provide skilled physical therapy interventions and modify treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical needs.
- Perform ongoing reassessments, including weekly evaluations, to support care planning and physician coordination.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and communicate patient progress and changes in condition.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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Job Type
Full-time
