Physical Therapist PT Home Health

Empath Health•Fort Myers, FL

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Empath Home Health, part of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to provide exceptional, individualized home health care in Lee County, including Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Estero, Bonita Springs, and surrounding areas. The role delivers skilled physical therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, as part of a continuum of care that also includes skilled nursing and personal care support. The schedule is Monday through Friday for 40 hours, with weekend and holiday rotations as needed. The position involves assessing patients, developing and revising individualized plans of care, providing therapy, and educating patients and families. The therapist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to support holistic, coordinated care. Empath Health describes itself as a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through services across Florida. Its approach focuses on caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity.

Requirements

Active Florida Physical Therapist license.
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient education skills.

Nice To Haves

Home health care experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS assessments at required intervals.
Develop, initiate, and revise individualized plans of care as patient needs evolve.
Deliver skilled physical therapy services and treatments as outlined in the plan of care.
Counsel and educate patients and families on disease processes, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care.