What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist position at Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care?
Licensed Physical Therapist providing in-home care to seniors, helping individuals age safely in place.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify functional needs and risks.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Deliver therapy focused on mobility, strength, balance, and fall prevention.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered goals.
- Educate patients and families on care strategies and safe mobility techniques.
- Document evaluations, treatments, and outcomes accurately and consistently.
- Maintain compassionate, respectful care that supports dignity, independence, and quality of life.
- Active licensure as a Physical Therapist.
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
- Experience or competency in balance and fall-prevention interventions.
- Excellent communication, empathy, and patient/family education abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Detail-oriented, with accurate documentation practices.