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Physical Therapist

Heartland Home Health
West Branch, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/24/2025 CLOSED ON 1/11/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Heartland Home Health?

Overview

Restore Strength. Enhance Mobility. Transform Lives at Home.

 

At Heartland Home Health, a Gentiva company, we believe every day is an opportunity to deliver personalized, meaningful care where it matters most—at home.

 

We provide skilled rehabilitation services that empower patients to recover, restore function, and live safely at home.

 

 

What You’ll Do as a Home Health Physical Therapist:

  • Deliver skilled physical therapy to patients based on an individualized Plan of Treatment developed in coordination with the referring physician.
  • Evaluate patient needs and develop rehabilitation goals to improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall physical function.
  • Adjust treatment plans and techniques as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary home health team—including nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and social workers—to provide coordinated care.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, mobility strategies, and use of assistive devices.
  • Document all visits, assessments, and progress notes accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Support patients in maximizing their independence and improving quality of life—wherever they call home.

About You

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

  • Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Current PT license in the state of employment (or eligibility to obtain).
  • CPR certification required.
  • Strong communication, assessment, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a variety of home environments.
  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

 

Preferred Experience (Not Required):

  • 1 year of experience in a hospital, home health, or outpatient rehab setting
  • In-home therapy delivery
  • Geriatric rehab, orthopedic or neurologic rehab
  • Post-acute care or chronic condition management
  • Working as part of a mobile or interdisciplinary care team

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • National & Local Recognition Programs
  • Teammate Assistance Fund

 

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays
  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

 

 

Ready to Help Patients Reclaim Independence?

 

Apply now to become part of our Home Health Therapy team and make a lasting impact on the lives of patients right where they live.

Legalese

  • This is a safety-sensitive position
  • Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
  • Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
  • We are proud to be an EEO employer
  • We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Heartland Home Health

Our Company

 

At Heartland Home Health, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

 

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

 

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

  • Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
  • Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
  • Home health care: Heartland Home Health
  • Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

 

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

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