Home Health Field Physical Therapist (PT)

21st Century Home Health Services (21HHS) is a leading home health agency engaged in delivering compassionate care across the San Francisco Bay Area and expanding into Marin and Sonoma. Our clinicians focus on patients and each other, reflected in consistent low readmission rates. This entry‑level Field Physical Therapist position is designed to build core clinical skills in a home‑health setting, with strong support and mentorship from leadership. The role focuses on follow‑up visits rather than case management. Location : Richmond Area. The position reports to a Physical Therapist Case Manager. What You’ll Do as a Health Field Physical Therapist Provide hands‑on therapeutic interventions including gait training, balance and neuromuscular re‑education, transfer training, therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and pain management techniques suitable for home health. Assist in managing patients with assistive devices, prosthetics/orthotics, wheelchairs, and home safety equipment. Conduct detailed patient evaluations and assessments in the home environment. Implement individualized plans of care under supervision of a Physical Therapist Case Manager. Document patient care accurately and timely within 24‑48 hours. Educate patients and family/caregivers on mobility, exercises, safety and adaptive equipment. Collaborate closely with case management to prepare for and assist in patient treatments. Participate in interdisciplinary coordination, identifying needs for OT, ST, HHA, MSW, RN interventions. Use equipment and supplies efficiently while remaining cost‑aware. Maintain active participation in professional development, clinical trainings, and skill refinement. Perform other duties as assigned by supervising PT Case Manager. Communicate updates effectively, attend weekly case conferences as required. Ensure patient privacy and dignity in documentation and care delivery. Seek opportunities to enhance clinical knowledge, stay informed on best practices. Meet productivity expectations and productivity goals set by the PT Case Manager. Participate in initial evaluations, reassessments, and discharge planning. Participate in on‑call or weekend coverage rotation as required. What You Bring to the Role Current unrestricted California Physical Therapist (PT) license. Current BLS/CPR certification. Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program. One (1) year of experience as a Physical Therapist preferred—new graduates and internal candidates may be considered. Prior home health experience highly desirable. Experience treating high acuity patients a plus. Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team (RN, OT, ST, MSW, HHA). Familiarity with case management principles preferred. Strong clinical judgment, excellent verbal/written communication, time management, and problem‑solving skills. Comfortable with electronic documentation and mobile healthcare tools. Ability to self‑direct, manage time independently, and maintain professionalism in a fast‑paced setting. Commitment to annual compliance training and continuing education requirements. Estimated salary range: $130,000–$160,000. Compensation follows a pay‑per‑visit model. 21HHS offers comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k) plan with up to 4% match. 21st Century is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Employers strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. #J-18808-Ljbffr