Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
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Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we are committed to providing compassionate, …
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Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Skills: Physical Therapy Treatment, Gait Training, Transfer Training, Balance Activities, Fall Prevention
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Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
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Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Skills: Patient Evaluation, Care Planning, Therapeutic Exercise, Gait Training, Transfer Training
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Skills: Patient Evaluation, Care Planning, Therapeutic Exercise, Gait Training, Transfer Training
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Skills: Patient Evaluation, Care Planning, Therapeutic Exercise, Gait Training, Transfer Training
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
Join a Team That Puts Care First At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care t…
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The Physical Therapist provides skilled therapy services, including evaluations and individualized treatment plans, to patients in their homes. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve patient mobility, safety, and independence while supervising assistants and aides.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a valid state license and CPR certification. A minimum of one year of experience in physical therapy is required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
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Join a Team That Puts Care First
At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care that helps patients recover, maintain independence, and improve their quality of life.
We are seeking dedicated Physical Therapists who are passionate about helping patients restore mobility, improve strength, and safely maintain independence in their homes.
If you are a compassionate clinician who values autonomy, collaboration, and meaningful patient outcomes, we would love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist (PT) provides skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes in accordance with physician orders, the plan of care, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.
The PT evaluates patient mobility, strength, balance, and functional status, develops and implements therapy interventions, and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team to improve safety, independence, and quality of life.
Reporting Structure
This position reports to the Director of Nursing (DON), Clinical Manager, or designated clinical leadership. The PT functions as part of the interdisciplinary care team and provides supervision to the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and Home Health Aide when required by the patient’s plan of care and agency policy.
Scope of Practice
The Physical Therapist performs services within the scope of Florida PT licensure, Medicare Conditions of Participation, physician orders, and agency policies. The PT is responsible for evaluation, treatment planning, reassessment, discharge planning, and therapy supervision within the home health setting.
Essential Job Functions
1. Patient Evaluation & Care Planning
Perform initial and ongoing patient evaluations to assess mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations
Complete comprehensive assessments and participate in OASIS-related coordination as applicable
Develop, implement, and update individualized physical therapy treatment plans
Ensure physician orders areappropriateand aligned with the patient’s therapy needs
2. Skilled Therapy Services
Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in accordance with physician orders and established care plans
Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, balance activities, and mobility restoration
Instruct patients in the safe use of assistive devices including walkers, canes, wheelchairs, and other mobility equipment
Support fall prevention, pain management, and restoration of safe functional movement in the home setting
3. Patient & Family Education
Teach and counsel patients and caregivers regarding therapy goals, home safety, fall prevention, mobility strategies, and self-care techniques
Evaluate the home environment and identify safety modifications or community resources needed to support care
Coordinate outpatient services when procedures cannot be safely performed in the home
4. Documentation & Compliance
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, progress notes, reassessments, and discharge summaries
Evaluate effectiveness of therapy interventions and update the plan of care as needed
Maintain compliance with Medicare requirements, state regulations, and agency policies
5. Team Collaboration & Supervision
Communicate regularly with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress and needs
Supervise the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements
Supervise the Home Health Aide when Physical Therapy is the only skilled discipline involved in patient care
Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, staff meetings, and required in-services
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required. Current state Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing required. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in physical therapy required; home health, acute care, or rehabilitation experience preferred.
Current CPR certification required
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
Ability to pass background screening and all compliance requirements
Skills We Value
Strong clinical judgment and therapy assessment skills
Excellent communication and patient education abilities
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Ability to work independently in a home health setting
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Commitment to compliance, safety, and quality outcomes
Physical Requirements
Frequent travel to patient homes within assigned territory
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients as needed
Ability to perform therapy assessments and interventions in home environments
Ability to use electronic documentation systems and therapy equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members
Work is performed in patient homes and community settings with exposure to variable environmental conditions, including pets, smoke, infectious diseases, and weather-related travel conditions.
Why Elite Home Health?
We know great therapists have options. Here’s why they choose Elite:
Competitive compensation
Flexible scheduling options
Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
Career growth opportunities
Clinical autonomy with strong team support
Meaningful work with real patient impact
At Elite Home Health, you are not just providing therapy—you are helping patients regain mobility, confidence, and independence.
At Elite Home Health, care begins with clinical excellence and genuine compassion. Our team brings advanced skills and extensive experience in home health care. We are proud to have a dedicated group of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, Medical Social Workers, and Certified Nursing Assistants, all committed to helping patients recover safely and live independently at home.
We provide a full range of in-home health services and specialized programs, tailored to each individual’s needs. Working closely with physicians, our specialists design personalized care plans that promote recovery, comfort, and quality of life.
Discover how Elite can help you or your loved ones experience exceptional home health care, delivered with expertise, empathy, and heart.+1 888-422-3548
Offices: 101 Plaza Real S, STE 213, Boca Raton, FL 33432, US · 2480 East Commercial Boulevard, Suite 4, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, US · 1111 S Federal Highway, Suite 119, Stuart, FL 34994, US
Home Health CareSkilled Nursing ServicesPhysical TherapyOccupational TherapySpeech TherapyMedicareAquatic TherapyMedication Managementand Fall PreventionHealth Care
At Elite Home Health, care begins with clinical excellence and genuine compassion. Our team brings advanced skills and extensive experience in home health care. We are proud to have a dedicated group of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, Medical Social Workers, and Certified Nursing Assistants, all committed to helping patients recover safely and live independently at home.
We provide a full range of in-home health services and specialized programs, tailored to each individual’s needs. Working closely with physicians, our specialists design personalized care plans that promote recovery, comfort, and quality of life.
Discover how Elite can help you or your loved ones experience exceptional home health care, delivered with expertise, empathy, and heart.+1 888-422-3548
Offices: 101 Plaza Real S, STE 213, Boca Raton, FL 33432, US · 2480 East Commercial Boulevard, Suite 4, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, US · 1111 S Federal Highway, Suite 119, Stuart, FL 34994, US
Home Health CareSkilled Nursing ServicesPhysical TherapyOccupational TherapySpeech TherapyMedicareAquatic TherapyMedication Managementand Fall PreventionHealth Care