Physical Therapist

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. Provides physical therapy services according to a written physician’s plan of care .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeGillette • Wyoming • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing physical therapy services, developing individualized care plans, and conducting interdisciplinary assessments. Proficient in patient education, communication with healthcare practitioners, and supervising support staff in home health settings.

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Licensed Physical TherapistPatient AssessmentIndividualized Care PlansCPR CertificationHome Health Experience

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Hard Skills

Physical Therapy ServicesTherapeutic AssessmentClinical Note PreparationPatient CounselingProsthetic Device Training

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Interdisciplinary AssessmentHome Health CareQuality ImprovementDischarge PlanningPhysical Therapy Assistant Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides physical therapy services according to a written physician’s plan of care
Assumes responsibility for interdisciplinary assessment and development of individualized plans of care
Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education
Prepares clinical notes and progress summaries
Communicates with physicians and other healthcare practitioners regarding the home health plan of care
Assesses therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status, including home environment, muscle strength, mobility, gait, and range of motion
Directs physical therapy treatment and determines priority needs
Instructs patients, families, caregivers, and other personnel in physical therapy programs and therapeutic appliance use
Reports patient reactions to treatment or changes in condition to physicians
May train patients in the use of prosthetic devices
Identifies and refers patients for other home health services
Participates in case conferences, discharge planning, peer consultation, quality improvement, and in-service training
Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations
Instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two weeks when therapy is the only skilled service

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable
Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state
Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by CAPTE or any successor organization
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist; community/home health experience is preferred
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification
Ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency-related travel
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
Must maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus of $10,000