Physical Therapist - Home Health

Physical Therapist - Home Health
Location: Serving Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana Counties
Employment Type: Full-Time | Monday-Friday (Rotating Weekends)


Southwoods Health at Home is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered care directly in the home setting. You will lead the evaluation and treatment process, helping patients restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following injury or surgery.


Essential Duties:

• Clinical Evaluation: Review physician referrals and medical records to develop and revise comprehensive, individualized treatment plans.
• Direct Care: Administer prescribed physical therapy to improve motor development, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory function.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with physicians and other practitioners to integrate therapy into the patient's total healthcare plan.
• Supervision: Provide professional oversight for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), students, and other licensed/unlicensed personnel.
• Patient Education: Empower patients and their families with information on post-op recovery, physician protocols, and home exercise programs.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely patient records in compliance with Medicare and federal/state regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Licensure: Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the State of Ohio.
• Certification: Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Experience: Previous experience in Home Health therapy is highly preferred.
• Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Southwoods?
At Southwoods, it's not just about the treatment, but how you're treated. Join a team that values clinical autonomy and provides the support you need to deliver world-class care in the community.