Physical Therapist PT- PRN WEEKENDS
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Job Description
Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives
Are you a Physical Therapist looking for more than just a job? At VitalCaring, your work goes beyond treatment - you help patients regain independence, restore confidence, and improve quality of life, all from the comfort of their homes.
We’re building a team of clinicians who are not only skilled - but deeply compassionate, driven, and called to make a difference.
Who We Are
Founded in 2021, VitalCaring is a leading home health and hospice provider with a mission to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. With locations across the country, we are committed to creating a supportive, empowering environment where clinicians thrive - and patients receive exceptional care.
Why This Role Matters
As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you are a critical part of the care team - helping patients safely recover, regain mobility, and maintain independence where they feel most comfortable: at home.
This is a highly autonomous, relationship-driven role where you can truly see the impact of your work every day.
- What You’ll Do
- Deliver Patient-Centered Care
- Evaluate and assess patients’ functional status, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation potential
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team
- Provide hands-on therapy to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence
- Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, exercises, and safety strategies
- Drive Outcomes & Recovery
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Support safe transitions of care and contribute to discharge planning
- Identify additional patient needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Collaborate & Communicate
- Partner closely with nurses, therapists, and physicians to ensure coordinated care
- Document patient care and progress accurately and timely within the EMR
- Participate in case conferences and team meetings
- Lead & Support
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state guidelines
- Provide guidance and education to caregivers and support staff
What You Bring
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or Master’s)
- Current PT license in the state of practice
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience (home health experience preferred)
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities
- Current CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
- What Sets You Apart
- You value autonomy and thrive in a field-based environment
- You’re passionate about patient independence and functional outcomes
- You build strong, trusting relationships with patients and families
- You bring both clinical excellence and compassionate care to every visit
What We Offer
- Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Pharmacy benefits
- Virtual care & mental health support
- FSA & HSA options
- Supplemental health & life insurance
- Financial & Protection
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive compensation + mileage reimbursement
- Employee referral program
- Prepaid legal services & identity theft protection
- Work-Life Balance & Growth
- Flexible scheduling & autonomy in your day
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Ongoing clinical education & career advancement opportunities
Care That Transforms Lives -- Including Yours
At VitalCaring, every visit matters. Every patient matters. And every team member matters.
If you’re ready to practice at the top of your license, build meaningful patient relationships, and make a lasting impact - we’d love to connect.
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will evaluate and assess patients' functional status to develop and implement individualized home-based care plans. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to monitor patient progress and provide hands-on therapy to improve mobility and independence.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program and possess a current state PT license. A minimum of 1–2 years of experience, preferably in home health, along with current CPR certification and a valid driver's license is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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