Home Health Physical Therapist - HH and SNF

GENERAL PURPOSEPerforms evaluations and develops effective patient treatment plans to restore, maintain or prevent decline of patient function, by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy treatments in accordance with federal, state and professional standards governing home health. Services performed primarily in individual patient homes.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESVisits Home Health patients for an initial physical therapy assessment when requested in accordance with the patients plan of care. Plans and administers prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Meets the patients goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining treatment plans in consultation with physicians, and by prescription. Helps patients accomplish treatment plan and secures necessary supplies and adaptive equipment to facilitate independenceAdministers therapy treatments according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician. Directs treatments given by assistants. Complies with regulatory conditions of participation for home health services.Evaluates effects of therapy treatments by observing, noting and evaluating patients progress; providing medically necessary treatment plan and modificationsCompletes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers and other health care workers. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records according to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines. Records daily treatment charges per corporate procedures. Documentation will be completed using a company furnished hand held electronic device (i.e. Ipad).Protects patients and employees by adhering to treatment location infection control policies and protocols and keeping information confidential per company and federal requirements. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with treatment location and department procedures, rules and regulations.Provides services in multiple settings (including skilled nursing, assisted living, patient homes, and outpatient) as determined by supervisor and patient/resident need including community based services such as home health and wellness activities as requiredTravel is required to perform jobQUALIFICATIONSGraduate from Physical Therapy programCurrent license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice as requiredMinimum one (1) year experience in a health care setting; previous experience in home health, preferredMust meet Clinical Competency requirementsAbility to travel to patient homes within designated geographic area.Valid drivers license and proof of auto insuranceCurrent CPR certificationMust be capable of maintaining regular attendanceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORSAbility to communicate in English, both verbally and in writingGood problem-solving skillsGood computer skills including use of desktop computers and handheld devices with ability to learn company or customer systemsMust be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient, employee and company proprietary informationMust have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levelsPHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Mobility, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, walking, heavy lifting, fine hand coordination, ability to hear, ability to read and write, ability to detect odors, and ability to remain calm under stress.Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication with patients, staff, family, visitors, etc.Vision (corrected) adequate for telligible speech and normal language / cognitive skills.Must be able to push patients in a wheelchair or stretchers.*Lifting of patients*, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds rarely.Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day.Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and reaching overhead.Must be able to transfer patients.*Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients / caregivers.Work in a fast-paced clinical environment.Weekend and holiday work may be required.Work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors.Several task and job duties involve a risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).EEO Statement: Aegis Therapies and its Family of Companies (the Company) is committed to a diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For detailed information on your rights, click here. (In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact our Human Resources Service Center at 1-877-858-9013 or via email at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] for assistance. The affirmative action plan will be made available for applicants to review. Please contact the location leader to schedule. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Drug-Free Workplace. Click here (language for posting.pdf) to view our Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision. Click here:

Created: 2025-11-15