Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-on bonus!
About The Position
The Physical Therapist – HAC helps patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance overall 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 within 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 supports patients in receiving care at home and emphasizes personalized care and trusted relationships. The position offers a salary range of $85,120 to $127,680 annually based on full-time employment. External candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered license to practice physical therapy in the assigned state.
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (CAPTE accredited).
- At least 1 year of physical therapy experience, or less than 1 year 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.
- Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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 condition changes.
- 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.
- 401k contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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Job Type
Full-time
