Physical Therapist

Job Description: Physical Therapist (Home Health)

Location Coverage: Grant, Adams, and Lincoln Counties

Duration: 3 months contract extensions

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Weekly Hour Guarantee: 36 Hours

On-Call/Weekend Requirement: None

Mileage Reimbursement: Yes – $0.51 per mile (between patient visits)

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to provide home health care services across Grant, Adams, and Lincoln counties. In this role, you will evaluate, plan, and deliver therapy services to patients in their homes, working collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional status and determine physical therapy needs.
• Assist physicians in developing individualized therapy plans of care.
• Deliver physical therapy services in accordance with state laws and professional standards of practice.
• Implement treatment plans to relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore or maintain functional abilities.
• Monitor, document, and report patient progress and responses to treatment.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse and/or physician.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, progress, and functional goals.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Complete patient evaluations and establish care plans within state-specific guidelines.
• Conduct scheduled patient visits and submit timely and accurate documentation per company policies.
• Report outcomes, goals, and projected frequency of care following evaluations.

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapy license in the state of Washington.
• Current CPR certification .
• Valid driver’s license , active auto insurance, and reliable transportation (or access to public transportation).
• Ability to work in diverse home environments and provide care to patients regardless of demographic or socioeconomic factors.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
• Effective communication and patient education skills.
• Adaptability and problem-solving ability in home health settings.

Additional Information

• Certification Requirements: None beyond required licensure and CPR.
• Dress Code: Scrubs or polo shirts with slacks (no specific color requirement).
• Work Environment: Home health setting requiring travel between patient locations.
• Coding Guidance: Refer to the LHC Group Contract Labor GL Coding Guide available on the LHC Group Home Page.