Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Heritage Health Care Center, managed by HHP Lifeshare, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will provide evidence-based physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients with a wide range of orthopedic, neurological, and medical conditions. You will perform comprehensive evaluations, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and deliver interventions focused on restoring mobility, reducing pain, improving strength and balance, and maximizing functional independence in alignment with each patient’s goals.

Working within a multidisciplinary care team that may include physicians, nurses, occupational and speech therapists, social workers, and case managers, you will collaborate closely to coordinate care, communicate treatment progress, and contribute to discharge planning and ongoing care recommendations. You will educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety strategies, and lifestyle modifications that support long-term health and function. Accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record will be an essential part of your daily responsibilities, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuity of care.

At Heritage Health Care Center, you will be part of an organization supported by HHP Lifeshare, a healthcare services provider focused on enhancing patient care and community health. HHP Lifeshare promotes a culture of respect, integrity, and commitment to healthcare excellence, aligning with a mission to improve health outcomes and influence quality of life. As a Physical Therapist, you will be expected to uphold these values in every patient interaction, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and strong ethical judgment.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where quality, safety, and clinical outcomes are priorities. You will participate in interdisciplinary meetings, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices, clinical guidelines, and emerging rehabilitation technologies. You may provide mentorship to therapy assistants or students, support orientation of new team members, and help refine internal processes to improve efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Candidates should bring solid clinical reasoning skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to manage a varied caseload while maintaining high standards of care and documentation. Comfort working in a fast-paced healthcare setting, flexibility to adjust treatment plans based on patient status, and a commitment to evidence-based practice are essential. This role is ideal for a Physical Therapist who is passionate about direct patient care, values teamwork, and is motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ functional outcomes and overall quality of life.