Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health (Olney Region)

Physical Therapist (PT)

• Home Health (Olney Region) in

Olney Job Ref:

3106739434

Employer:

Network Company Name:

Carle Health

Industry:

Healthcare other

Job Type:

Full Time

State:

Illinois

City:

Olney

Zip Code:

62450

Post Date:

05/07/2026 Overview $5.000 Sign on Bonus Available $2,500 Relocation Bonus (greater than 50 miles) (external candidates only) The Home Care Physical Therapist evaluates and develops treatment plans for patients of all ages, modifying the plan of care as appropriate. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need.

Qualifications Certifications:

Proof of Auto Insurance

• VariesVaries; Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days
• American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Driver's License
• Secretary of State (SOS)Secretary of State (SOS); Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
• Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR),

Education:

Bachelor's Degree:

Physical Therapy (Required),

Work Experience:

Responsibilities Documents through comprehensive detail about patient visit, information is sufficient that following staff can determine exactly what and how care was rendered with a clear plan for the next contact.

Educates and documents discharge planning prior to discharge, including communication with physician, insurance source, outpatient visits and community resources are planned and arranged if applicable. Patient is provided with discharge documentation.

Updates goals promptly, ensures goals are closed as met or changed as patient condition progresses.

Collaboratively communicates and initiates case conferencing as necessary and documents interactions (other disciplines, MD, care coordinator, insurers, etc.).Communicates the requirements for collaborative team and care givers, assignments with scheduler, prepare written instructions for the assistant and supervises the assistant in the patient home.

Administers treatment involving application of physical agents such as heat, cold, light, water and electricity or traction and massage therapy.

Evaluates, fits and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modifications to the orthotist/prosthetist.

Plans and administers prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability, injury or loss of body part.

Performs patient assessment test, measurements and evaluations, such as: range of motion and manual muscle tests, gait and functional analyses, and body part measurements. Records and evaluates findings to aid in establishing or revising specifics of treatment programs.

Reviews and evaluates physician or podiatrist referral and patient medical record to determine if physical therapy required.

Demonstrates comprehension and adherence to regulatory requirements and home care policies regarding practice, and documentation content and timelines. Completes functional assessments and documentation per regulations.

Completes comprehensive OASIS assessment of patients. Assess homebound status of patients. Completes comprehensive physical therapy assessment in patient's home and develop plan of care. Communicate with patients to schedule appointment times and manage daily schedule. Assess home safety and recommend equipment to improve patient's home safety. Educate family/caregivers on recommended home exercise program. Performs wound care within the scope of practice and according to the plan of care and to the department policy. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $36.74per hour

• $63.

19per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.