Home Health Physical Therapist-Weekends

This is a collective bargaining, part-time position with a weekend schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) on the day shift.

About The Role

As a Physical Therapist, you’ll deliver personalized care to patients with a wide range of diagnoses and disabilities—all within their homes. Guided by a physician’s plan of care, you will assess, treat, and consult to help patients reach their highest level of functional independence. Your work will reflect sensitivity to each individual’s age and unique needs, ensuring care is always delivered with respect and empathy.

Patient population served: Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric. Consequently, the employee must be competent in the interpretation of a patient's self-report or behavior, and this information must be interpreted with an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional/psychosocial, and chronological maturation process. The treatment of patients should be individualized and should reflect an understanding of the developmental needs and range of treatment needs for each patient.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part.
• Completes comprehensive physical assessments and identifies a need for referral to additional appropriate clinical disciplines.
• Performs patient tests, measurements, and evaluations such as range-of-motion and manual muscle tests, functional analysis, and body-part measurements.
• Instructs patient and family in physical therapy procedures to be continued at home.
• Supervises licensed physical therapy assistants and aides.

This role calls for a skilled clinician who thrives in a dynamic environment and embraces the challenges of:

• Adapting to changes in healthcare delivery systems
• Promoting strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Staying up to date with evolving treatments, technologies, and patient needs
• Managing a diverse caseload with strong time management and organization
• Delivering compassionate care despite barriers such as cognitive limitations or language differences

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
• Current, unencumbered state license as a Physical Therapist (required within 30 days of hire)
• National Provider BLS certification (American Heart Association, vendor managed)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of Physical Therapy experience with adults in a home health care or rehabilitation setting

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.

Pay

Compensation range: $50.56–$73.29 per hour. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Benefits

Compassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs

Additional advantages include:

• Leadership pathways and mentorship opportunities
• Professional development and career growth support
• Recognition programs honoring team member contributions
• A culture of belonging, diversity, and inclusion