Physical Therapist Home Health PRN
About The Position
Pinnacle Home Care is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist to provide patient-centered home health care in the Deland, Eustis, Mt Dora, Sorrento, Tavares, Paisley, Umatilla, and Altoona service areas. The therapist delivers individualized care in patients’ homes, helping them heal and regain independence while coordinating with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team. The role includes evaluating patients, developing and adjusting treatment plans, documenting visits and progress, educating patients and caregivers, and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants. The therapist also coordinates schedules, communicates changes in patient condition, and identifies needs for additional services. The position requires home visits, including homes that may not be wheelchair accessible, and physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, and occasional patient lifting or turning. Pinnacle Home Care describes itself as Florida’s largest independent Medicare-certified home health provider and says it has delivered patient-centered care for over two decades. The company offers flexible scheduling, free continuing education units, an employee referral program, and a collaborative team culture. It is an equal opportunity employer and promotes an inclusive environment.
Requirements
- Current state-specific Physical Therapist license.
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
- Valid BLS certification.
- At least one year of Physical Therapy experience.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
- Ability to visit homes that may not be wheelchair accessible.
- Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and dexterity to perform physical assessments and demonstrate care techniques.
- Ability to walk, stand, stoop, and occasionally lift or turn patients.
Nice To Haves
- Home health experience is preferred.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, including OASIS evaluation and documentation.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in consultation with physicians and clinicians, adjusting them as needed.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educate and support patients and families or caregivers on therapy programs.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and report changes in patients’ conditions to physicians.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in accordance with agency policies and state regulations.
- Participate in in-services, case conferences, and meetings to promote coordinated care.
- Identify patient and caregiver needs for additional services and make appropriate referrals.
- Confirm daily visit schedules to coordinate with other staff.
- Communicate patient progress and changes with physicians and care teams.
- Document all visits and progress notes on the same day of service.
Benefits
- Free continuing education units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
- Employee referral program with rewards.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
