Description Company: Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc. Position Type: Per Diem Work Arrangement: Field-Based – Patient Homes Compensation: $160-$180 per visit Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc. is committed to providing high-quality, multidisciplinary care that helps patients achieve the highest possible level of independence in their daily activities. We recognize the importance of comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment plans, and collaboration among healthcare professionals, patients, and families. We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Physical Therapist (PT) to provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes. In this role, you will assess patients’ functional abilities, mobility, muscle strength, gait, range of motion, and rehabilitation potential. You will develop and direct appropriate therapy programs, educate patients and caregivers, and coordinate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support patient recovery and independence. The ideal candidate is organized, self-directed, and committed to providing effective, patient-centered care. You should have strong clinical assessment, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work independently and coordinate care in a home health setting. If you are passionate about helping patients improve their mobility, function, and quality of life, we encourage you to join our team. Note: This is a field-based, per diem position that requires travel to patients’ homes. Although listed as “remote,” this is not a work-from-home or telehealth role.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services according to the written physician’s plan of care and applicable California Physical Therapy Practice Act requirements. Assess and evaluate patients’ therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status, including their home environment and rehabilitation potential. Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and other functional abilities relevant to treatment planning. Participate in developing the overall plan of care and determine patients’ priority physical therapy needs. Initiate and direct appropriate physical therapy treatment programs. Instruct patients and their families or caregivers in the proper use and care of therapeutic appliances. Educate patients, caregivers, and other personnel on appropriate aspects of the physical therapy program and its goals. Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when indicated and within the therapist’s scope of practice. Report patients’ responses to treatment and changes in condition to the physician. Identify patient and family needs for additional home health services and make referrals as appropriate. Prepare and submit accurate clinical and progress summaries based on patient progress and goal attainment. Participate in patient discharge planning. Provide physical therapy consultation to patients’ families and caregivers when indicated. Provide in-service education to organizational nursing personnel as needed. Participate in peer consultation activities. Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in accordance with organizational policy and applicable state regulations. When physical therapy is the only skilled service, instruct, supervise, and evaluate home health aide care every two weeks. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in physical therapy from an appropriately accredited program. Current California Physical Therapist license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California. At least two years of appropriate professional experience as a Physical Therapist. Previous community-based or home health physical therapy experience. Current CPR certification by American Heart Association. Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle in good working order, insured according to organizational requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Good organizational skills and the ability to manage patient care responsibilities effectively. Ability to work independently and provide therapy in patients’ home environments.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance If Interested Paid Sick Days Paid Bereavement Leave Skills Training & Development Company Social Events Mileage Reimbursement for Patient to Patient Visits Referral Bonus