Home Health Physical Therapist PT
About the Role
The Physical Therapist performs clinical assessments, develops patient plans of care, and provides skilled therapy services in a home‑health setting. Responsibilities include documenting clinical notes, supervising therapy assistants, and educating patients and their families. This position is a PRN, home‑health field role supporting a growing geriatric population in Arlington, De Soto, Grand Prairie, Duncanville, Irving, TX and surrounding areas.
About Us
Halcyon Home is a fast‑growing, central‑Texas‑owned home health, hospice, and home care company that emphasizes hospitality and compassion to encourage positive patient outcomes for aging clients. The company has been voted Best in Home Health/Hospice four years running and Best in Home Care three years running by the Senior Resource Guide, and is recognized as a Great Place to Work in Austin.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform ongoing clinical assessments, including OASIS assessments, to identify patient needs and determine level of functioning.
- Develop and evaluate the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative, and caregivers.
- Document, prepare, and complete clinical notes, phone orders, and other record documentation promptly.
- Revise the plan of care based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.
- Provide physician‑ordered services and oversee other team members to ensure care aligns with patient needs.
- Apply infection‑control and standard precautions to prevent disease transmission.
- Accept clinical assignments consistent with education and competence.
- Supervise and guide physical therapy assistants and home‑health aides as appropriate.
- Plan and deliver treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders.
- Communicate with physicians and other health‑care practitioners regarding the plan of care.
- Meet mandatory continuing‑education requirements of the agency and licensing board.
- Assist and instruct patients and families in safe transfer techniques and equipment use (walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc.).
- Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to each patient’s diagnosis and needs.
- Provide counseling and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
Requirements
- Current PT license.
- Minimum of one year of home‑health experience preferred.
- Knowledge or experience with Homecare Homebase EMR is a plus.
- Strong clinical and assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Experience in a home‑health or related health‑care setting preferred.
Benefits
- People‑First culture with strong team support.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and vacation.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical, dental, vision, and health‑savings‑account options.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Tuition reimbursement.
Pay
Compensation ranges from $75 to $150 per visit, with a daily rate of $50 to $150.
Schedule
Part‑time, on‑site work arrangement.
Location
Primary location: Irving, Texas. Service area includes Arlington, De Soto, Grand Prairie, Duncanville, Irving, and surrounding communities.