Physical Therapist PT Home Health | $10K Sign-on Bonus

Elara Caring • Onalaska, TX

2d

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide care to patients in their homes. The role involves assessing patients’ functional needs and outcomes, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, and coordinating with other specialists and support staff to help patients achieve their functional goals. The therapist also documents evaluations, goals, treatment plans, and ongoing care, and provides leadership and resources to staff to promote physical therapy in the community.

The position requires travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel of up to 50%. A company fleet vehicle may be available. The work can be physically demanding and high stress, may involve irregular hours and call hours if applicable, and requires frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting of patients or equipment. The therapist reports to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee.

Requirements

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-approved physical therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license valid for 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 up to 50% travel.
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• 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, consult with other specialists, and adjust care plans to support optimal outcomes.
• Design and implement patient 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 functional goals.
• Document evaluations, treatment goals, and plans; regularly update documentation and maintain prescriptions and signatures.
• Provide direction and leadership to staff and act as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Company fleet vehicle available.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time