Home Health Physical Therapist

Elara Capital

. Provide physical therapy through home visits .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeEdwardsville • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $98,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing physical therapy through home visits, designing and implementing patient care plans, and evaluating functional needs to ensure optimal outcomes. Strong leadership skills in directing support staff and promoting physical therapy within the community.

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Current PT LicenseHome Health Physical TherapyPatient Care EvaluationLeadership in Therapy PracticeDocumentation of Treatment Plans

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentCare Plan DesignFunctional Needs EvaluationTherapy Practice StandardsDocumentation and Record Keeping

Soft Skills

Communication with SpecialistsTeam LeadershipCommunity Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

APTA Approved Physical Therapy Program Graduate

Industry Keywords

Healthcare Facility ExperienceTravel RequirementsPhysical DemandsHigh-Stress EnvironmentPatient Transfer Techniques

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide physical therapy through home visits
Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement, and administrative policies to ensure quality of care
Provide direct patient care and evaluate functional needs and outcomes
Consult with other specialists
Review patients’ functional needs and adjust care plans to ensure optimal outcomes
Design and implement patient plans of care based on thorough assessments
Incorporate participation by significant others when appropriate
Conduct therapy practice within defined standards of care
Direct support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals
Document evaluations, treatment goals, and plans
Update documentation and maintain prescriptions and signatures
Provide direction and leadership to staff
Act as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community
Report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program
Current, unrestricted PT license valid for the state of work
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare facility
Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area
Dependable vehicle
Valid driver’s license
Current auto insurance in accordance with state laws
Must be able and willing to travel 50%
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
Ability to work in a physically demanding, high-stress environment
Ability to work irregular hours, including call hours if applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

$15,000 sign-on bonus
Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Family and pet bereavement leave
Pet insurance
New ambient listening technology to help save time on documentation
Dedicated therapy scheduler to group visits by day and location