- Location
- Valparaiso, IN
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- 4 weeks ago
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
About the Role
One Home Health is looking for a a part-time Physical Therapist to join our team! We're looking for Physical Therapists to support our patients located in Valparaiso (Porter County), LaPorte County, and the surrounding areas. Join our team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a home health setting. In this role, you will assess, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, and empower patients through education to achieve optimal outcomes. We are seeking a compassionate, self-motivated professional who thrives working independently while maintaining strong communication and clinical excellence.
What You'll Do
What You Bring
Benefits:
One Home Health is looking for a a part-time Physical Therapist to join our team! We're looking for Physical Therapists to support our patients located in Valparaiso (Porter County), LaPorte County, and the surrounding areas. Join our team as a Physical Therapist and make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a home health setting. In this role, you will assess, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, and empower patients through education to achieve optimal outcomes. We are seeking a compassionate, self-motivated professional who thrives working independently while maintaining strong communication and clinical excellence.
What You'll Do
- Perform physical therapy evaluations, treatments, and ongoing assessments in accordance with physician-approved plans of care.
- Complete initial and comprehensive assessments (including OASIS) within 48 hours of referral or as scheduled.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans based on patient needs and agency guidelines.
- Document evaluations, treatments, and outcomes accurately and submit within required timelines.
- Communicate patient status, care plans, and changes to physicians, case managers, and care teams.
- Report schedule changes and physician orders to the office promptly.
- Provide patient and caregiver education tailored to individual needs, environment, and learning abilities.
- Assess learning needs, deliver instruction, and evaluate effectiveness of teaching.
- Participate in care conferences, interdisciplinary collaboration, and discharge planning.
- Support quality improvement initiatives, including use of OASIS and outcome data to enhance patient care.
- Collaborate with the team to ensure consistent and accurate data collection.
- Maintain a safe environment by following infection control and safety protocols.
- Identify and address safety risks for patients and staff; ensure proper equipment use.
- Supervise and support Physical Therapist Assistants and home health aides per agency policy.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback as assigned.
- Comply with all agency policies, professional standards, and state/federal regulations.
- Participate in required meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrate proper use of therapy equipment, including ultrasound, as appropriate.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (APTA-approved or equivalent).
- Current Physical Therapist license in the state(s) of practice.
- Minimum of 2 years of healthcare experience; home care experience preferred.
- Current CPR certification required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with effective interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver’s license with reliable, insured transportation and a good driving record.
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Schedule
- Realistic caseload expectations
- Great work-life balance
- One-on-one patient care
- Supportive clinical leadership
- 401(k)
Skills
CPRPatient Care