Physical Therapist PT Home Health (PRN)
About The Position
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate PRN Physical Therapist to provide exceptional, individualized home health care in Manatee County, including Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Anna Maria Island, Ellenton, Palmetto, and surrounding areas. Visits may also be available in Sarasota and/or Hillsborough counties if desired. The role provides skilled physical therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home. The clinician works with patients and families and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to support holistic, patient-centered care. The schedule is PRN, with 5–10 or more home health visits per week and required weekend and holiday on-call rotations. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services, along with personal care support, as part of a continuum of care. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization serving communities across Florida through hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Its approach to Full Life Care addresses the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity.
Requirements
- Active Florida Physical Therapist license.
- At least 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and patient-education skills.
- Willingness to participate in weekend and holiday rotations.
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.
- Participate in required weekend and holiday on-call rotations.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads.
- Strong interdisciplinary support.
- Growth potential, with several roles potentially expanding to full-time as the market grows.
- Meaningful, patient-centered care in patients’ homes.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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