What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Home Health - Southern Fairfield County, CT position at RVNAhealth?
RVNAhealth is seeking licensed Physical Therapists to join our growing Home Health team serving patients throughout Southern Fairfield County, CT. We currently have two territory-based opportunities available:
- Greenwich & Stamford
- Darien & New Canaan
As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you will provide skilled, one-on-one therapy services to patients in their home environments, helping them regain independence, improve mobility, and safely recover following illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization.
We are hiring for Full-time, Part-time, and Per-Diem schedules.
Position Overview
The Home Health Physical Therapist provides skilled physical therapy services under a physician-directed plan of care for patients receiving home health services. This role focuses on functional rehabilitation, patient safety, and improving overall quality of life while allowing clinicians the autonomy to manage their own schedules and caseloads within their assigned territory.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform evaluations, reassessments, start-of-care visits, and discharges
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and functional needs
- Provide therapeutic interventions focused on mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and fall prevention
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety, and disease management
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including OASIS assessments
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate
- Support patients in achieving maximum independence within their home environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Current Connecticut Physical Therapist license
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience preferred
- Home health experience strongly preferred
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible field-based schedule
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required
Why Join RVNAhealth?
- Mission-driven nonprofit organization with over 100 years of community service
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients in their homes
- Flexible scheduling and autonomy in managing your caseload
- Supportive interdisciplinary clinical team and leadership
- Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
- Ongoing education, training, and professional development support
- Collaborative culture focused on compassion, quality care, and clinical excellence
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and Personal Wellness Days
- Comprehensive onboarding and orientation
- Career advancement opportunities
- Continuing education and certification support
- Employee wellness programs
Join a team that brings exceptional care directly into the homes and communities we serve throughout Fairfield County.
Compensation:
Th pay range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 annually incentive plan and represents RVNAhealth's commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate's exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.
RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre-employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000