What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical (Physiotherapist) position at Caretenders?
We are hiring for a Physical Therapist at Caretenders, part of LHC Group. Our culture emphasizes caring, belonging, and trust, enabling meaningful connections with patients, families, colleagues, and the communities we serve.
About the Role
As a Physical Therapist, you will have the opportunity to:
- Build trusted in-person relationships with patients
- Participate in continuing education and tuition reimbursement programs
- Enjoy independence and autonomy in your work
- Pursue career growth possibilities
We seek passionate professionals who share our commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare. As a Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health, your responsibilities will include:
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, mobility, endurance, stamina, pain, and other medical conditions
- Determining treatment plans based on assessments and evaluations
- Performing interventions to enhance patients' well-being and evaluate progress
You will also be responsible for:
- Evaluating patients' functional status and physical therapy needs
- Assisting physicians in developing therapy plans of care
- Observing and reporting patients' responses to treatment and changes in condition to supervising nurses and/or physicians
- Treating patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice
- Instructing and informing health care teams, patients, and family/caregivers regarding plans of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals
To be successful in this role, you must:
- Hold current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice
- Have current CPR certification
- Possess a current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
