Home Health Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$80/visit, $90-$100/eval
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) – HOME HEALTH | PER DIEM 1099
About the Role
Unlimited Health Care Services Inc. is looking for a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our home health team in Fort Lauderdale and East Broward County.
This is a per diem, 1099 opportunity designed for PTs who value flexibility and want greater control over their schedules. Whether you're looking for additional income, want to work around an existing schedule, or simply prefer the independence of providing one-on-one care in the home, this position gives you the flexibility to choose visits that work for you while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
As a Home Health PT, you'll work directly with patients in their homes to help improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and independence. You'll have the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your patients while making a measurable difference in their quality of life.
New graduates are encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments
Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs and goals
Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in the home setting
Implement therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and functional independence
Evaluate patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, mobility, positioning, safety, and home exercise programs
Instruct patients and caregivers in techniques to promote safe mobility and independence
Communicate patient progress and changes in condition with physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation for each visit
Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary care team
Requirements
Active Florida Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program
Current CPR/BLS certification
Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for patient home visits
Current auto insurance
Ability to work independently and manage your visits responsibly
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Compensation
Routine Visit: $80 per visit
Evaluation: $90–$100 per visit
Why Join Unlimited Health Care Services?
Per Diem 1099 flexibility
Choose visits that fit your schedule
Create a better work-life balance
Greater independence in managing your schedule
One-on-one patient care in the home setting
Supportive clinical team and leadership
East Broward County coverage
Locally owned and patient-focused agency
Opportunity to build valuable home health experience
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients
If you're a PT looking for the flexibility of home health, the independence of managing your own visits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about joining Unlimited Health Care Services Inc.!
This is a remote position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 48 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 31% have no call, 71% require no weekends.
In Florida, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (720 salary observations; 3,226 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,655 salary observations; 55,733 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Home Health Physical Therapist at Unlimited Health Care Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,389 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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