Telehealth Physical Therapist (PT)

Sprenger Wellspring Silver Maple•Amherst, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

Sprenger Therapy is seeking an Ohio-licensed Physical Therapist to provide telehealth services to residents in its skilled nursing communities. This remote role delivers patient-centered care through secure video technology while collaborating with on-site therapy teams, residents, families, and other care professionals. The position is part of Sprenger Therapy, the in-house rehabilitation team for Sprenger Health Care Systems, a family-owned senior living organization. The telehealth model combines remote practice with clinical support, team collaboration, and professional autonomy. The Physical Therapist provides evaluations, reassessments, individualized treatment, screenings, and care planning for residents. Treatment focuses on mobility, strength, balance, safety, function, and independence. The role also includes clinical direction of Physical Therapist Assistants as permitted by Ohio law and payer requirements, clear documentation, and communication with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team. The position offers flexible scheduling and a remote work arrangement. Compensation is described as competitive and based on experience, but the salary range is undisclosed. Benefits include a company-matched 401(k), continuing education opportunities, paid time off and vacation pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and clinical and leadership growth opportunities within a 12-facility network. Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Current Ohio Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Ohio licensure.
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
Clear communication skills and ability to build rapport through video.
Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively with on-site staff.
Comfort using electronic documentation and video technology.
Reliable high-speed internet and a private workspace appropriate for confidential healthcare communication.
Commitment to patient-first, outcomes-driven care.

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, post-acute care, or telehealth is preferred.
Experienced clinicians are preferred; new graduates with strong geriatric clinical experience and the ability to practice independently may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Complete physical therapy evaluations and reassessments through secure telehealth technology.
Develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Provide skilled telehealth treatment focused on mobility, strength, balance, safety, function, and independence.
Collaborate with on-site therapy staff during evaluations, treatments, measurements, and functional assessments.
Supervise and provide clinical direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, as permitted by Ohio law and payer requirements.
Participate in care planning and discharge planning.
Conduct appropriate screenings and identify residents who may benefit from physical therapy intervention.
Communicate with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and other members of the care team.
Document services clearly, accurately, and efficiently.
Create a personal, engaging, and resident-centered telehealth experience.