Home Health Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$50-$72/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Company
Providence at Home with Compassus
Position Summary
This position is responsible for therapy evaluations, treatment planning, implementation and discharge planning for clients in the home setting in accordance with established facility/agency policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality client care.
As a member of the multi-disciplinary team, the therapist assumes responsibility for communication of client related issues for appropriate team members or other facility/agency staff and participates in the collection and evaluation of data necessary to assess the appropriateness of care at home.
The Physical Therapist also assumes responsibility for those clients being treated by home health aides and may be assigned to orient staff and students. The Physical Therapist works with the clients and family in the home setting without direct supervision.
Sign on Bonus- $10K
Position Specific Responsibilities
- Performs comprehensive patient assessments, including range of motion, manual muscle, gait, and functional analysis, to establish and update individualized treatment plans.
- Plans and administers physician-ordered physical therapy programs to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
- Records and evaluates assessment findings, treatment plans, and progress notes to guide care and meet regulatory requirements.
- Administers therapeutic exercises and functional activities using appropriate equipment and assistive devices (e. g., weights, pulleys, exercise machines, mats, steps, crutches, canes, parallel bars, and prostheses).
- Provides treatments involving physical agents such as heat/cold, massage, and other modalities as prescribed.
- Instructs, motivates, and assists patients and families in safe use of therapy equipment and exercises to continue at home.
- Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, recommend adjustments to treatment programs, and integrate therapy into the overall plan of care.
- Identifies need for referrals to additional disciplines and facilitates coordination of services to support patient goals.
- Supervises licensed physical therapy assistants and aides, ensuring quality and compliance with care standards.
Education And/or Experience
Required - Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy from an institution approved by the state board.
Preferred - 1 year Therapy with adult physical disabilities.
- Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
- Required - Current, unencumbered (State Employed) License as a Physical Therapist
- Required within 30 days of hire - National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed)
AK: Required upon request - Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. See policy for additional information
CA: Required upon hire - California Physical Therapist License (Vendor Managed)
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected.
As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Pay Range: $50-$72
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Key Responsibilities
The physical therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plans to restore function and relieve pain in a home setting. They also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and supervise physical therapy assistants to ensure high-quality care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and possess a current, unencumbered state license. One year of experience working with adults with physical disabilities is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$101k (410 salary observations; 1,124 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,282 salary observations; 53,962 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 Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$127k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $119k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$127k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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