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Physical Therapist, PT

Elite Home Health

Galveston, TX
2 days ago

Job Description

The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress

  • Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
  • Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
  • Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
  • Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals. 

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist.

At Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. 

As a Physical Therapist, you can expect: 

  • the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships 
  • continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • flexible scheduling and autonomy
  • career growth possibilities 

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare. 

Licensure Requirements

  • Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of Texas
  • Current CPR certification
  • Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

Territory: Galveston County