Physical Therapist

Caregivers•Indianapolis, IN

57d

About The Position

Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated, and experienced Home Health Physical Therapists to join our team. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting our clinicians with the tools and flexibility needed to succeed. The Home Health Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, and providing skilled physical therapy services in the home setting. This role focuses on improving patient mobility, function, safety, and independence while ensuring compliance with agency policies and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Physical Therapist; home health experience preferred
Knowledge of home health regulations and documentation standards
Strong clinical assessment, organizational, and time-management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule
Ability to lawfully work in the United States
Ability to travel between patient homes
Ability to lift, transfer, and position patients as needed
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach during patient care activities
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and interpret assessment findings to determine functional limitations, treatment needs, and prognosis
Develop individualized treatment goals and establish appropriate physical therapy plans of care
Provide skilled physical therapy treatment in accordance with the established plan of care
Initiate and participate in discharge planning, modifying treatment goals as patient progress warrants
Delegate appropriate components of the treatment plan to supportive personnel in accordance with regulations and agency policy
Coordinate patient care with other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
Educate patients and family members on treatment plans, safety, and home exercise programs
Regularly reassess patients to determine effectiveness of treatment and need for plan modifications
Assess patient needs for adaptive equipment related to Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and coordinate with approved equipment vendors as needed
Reassess adaptive equipment for effectiveness and recommend modifications when appropriate
Discharge patients from physical therapy services when maximum benefit has been achieved
Supervise Home Health Aides in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and payer requirements
Demonstrate ongoing professional development and adherence to standards of professional practice