PT 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 – HAC helps patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance their quality of life by providing skilled physical therapy under a physician-directed plan of care. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, interventions, and care coordination within an interdisciplinary model. The position requires comprehensive patient assessments, individualized care planning in collaboration with physicians, ongoing treatment adjustments and reassessments, interdisciplinary communication, and accurate documentation. The salary range is $76,608 to $114,912 annually based on full-time employment. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates. 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.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of physical therapy experience, or less than 1 year with participation in an approved residency or mentorship program.
- 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 and timely documentation in compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
