Home Health Physical Therapist
FTE: 1.0, Shift: 8am-4:30pm flex shifts, Schedule: Mon-Fri with occasional Saturday
About the role
The Home Health Physical Therapist is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing medically prescribed treatment programs for patients to restore functions, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease or injury. This professional-level position gives you the capacity for independent operations as you apply discretion and good judgment toward ensuring high-quality therapeutic care.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled physical therapy in accordance with the physician’s plan of care
- Assist the physician in evaluation and assessment of the patient’s functional level
- Treat patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function and maintain maximum performance
- Observe, record and report the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in condition
- Instruct and advise patients, family and other health team members in the phases of physical therapy
- Evaluate and regularly re-evaluate patient progress
Requirements
- Successful completion of a physical therapy program at a school of physical therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association or both
- If licensed or registered prior to 1966, meets the alternative qualifications cited in the Medicare Conditions of Participation, Section 405, 12 or (1) (2) (3) (4)
- Licensed in the State of Washington as a physical therapist
- Health Care Provider level CPR certification
- Current Washington state driver’s license
- Minimum of one (1) year of physical therapy experience
- Experience in Medicare Certified Home Health preferred
- Proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MultiCare Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state
About Yakima Memorial Hospital
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.
About The Yakima Community
Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community: Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
- Growth and education: Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
- Well-being and support: Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for in your work and life.
- Living our values: Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
- Belonging for all: Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay
The pay scale is $53.48 - $72.35 USD per hour. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.