Home Health Physical Therapist PT
About Us
Halcyon Home is a fast‑growing, central Texas‑owned home health, hospice, and home care company. We emphasize hospitality and compassion to encourage positive patient outcomes for our refined, aging clients. We were voted Best in Home Health/Hospice four years running and Best in Home Care three years running by the Senior Resource Guide, and we are recognized as one of the Great Places to Work in Austin.
About the Role
Perform ongoing clinical assessments, including OASIS, and develop individualized plans of care for geriatric patients in their homes. Provide skilled physical therapy treatments, supervise therapy assistants, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. This position supports our growing geriatric home‑health population in Arlington, De Soto, Grand Prairie, Duncanville, Irving, TX and the surrounding area.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform ongoing clinical assessments, including OASIS, to identify patient needs, determine level of functioning, and assess appropriateness for home care.
- Develop and evaluate the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregivers.
- Document, prepare, and complete clinical notes, phone orders, and other record documentation promptly and accurately.
- Revise the plan of care based on evaluation and ongoing assessment data.
- Provide physician‑ordered services and oversee other team members to ensure care consistent with patient needs.
- Apply infection‑control concepts and standard precautions to prevent contamination and disease transmission.
- Accept clinical assignments aligned 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 based on referral and assessment.
- Communicate with physicians and other health‑care practitioners regarding the current plan of care.
- Meet mandatory continuing‑education requirements of the agency and licensing board.
- Assist and instruct patients and families in safe transfer techniques.
- Instruct on proper use of equipment such as 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 exceptional vacation benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Dental, vision, and health insurance.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Health savings account (HSA).
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Tuition reimbursement.
Pay
Pay rate: $75‑$150 per visit.
Salary range: $50‑$150 per day.
Schedule
- Employment type: Part‑time.
- Work arrangement: On‑site.
- Required experience: 2‑5 years.