Physical Therapist PRN | Hospice
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Job Location: Akron Cuyahoga Falls Hospice - Akron, OH 44311, Job Category: Therapist, Physical Therapist (PT) – PRN | Hospice Flexible scheduling. Paid per visit. Meaningful patient care.
Looking for a flexible Physical Therapy opportunity that allows you to make a difference without committing to a traditional full-time schedule?
The Care Team Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to support hospice patients throughout Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and surrounding communities on a PRN, paid-per-visit basis.
This is a great opportunity for a Physical Therapist looking to supplement their current income, maintain flexibility, or use their clinical expertise in a more personalized, patient-centered setting.
Unlike traditional rehabilitation settings, hospice physical therapy focuses on comfort, safety, mobility, and quality of life rather than aggressive rehabilitation goals.
You'll work one-on-one with patients and families, helping them maintain independence where possible, improve comfort, and navigate everyday activities safely.
We're looking for a PT who is compassionate, dependable, clinically confident, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with an experienced hospice team.
Schedule & Compensation PRN / As Needed Paid Per Visit Flexible scheduling based on patient needs and your availability Territory: Akron, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and surrounding communities Community-based patient visits in homes and facilities Why Join The Care Team?
At The Care Team Hospice, we're committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care through a culture built on Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and Respect.
As a PRN Physical Therapist, you'll enjoy: Flexible scheduling Paid-per-visit compensation Meaningful one-on-one patient interactions Independence and autonomy in the field Collaboration with an experienced interdisciplinary hospice team An opportunity to make a difference in patients' comfort, safety, and quality of life Qualifications: Key
Responsibilities
Complete individualized physical therapy evaluations focused on mobility, strength, balance, safety, functional abilities, and patient comfort. Develop and provide appropriate therapy interventions aligned with each patient's hospice plan of care and personal goals.
Recommend assistive devices, safe transfer techniques, positioning strategies, and environmental modifications to improve comfort and safety. Educate patients, families, and caregivers on mobility, fall prevention, energy conservation, positioning, and safe daily activities.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Qualifications Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) license in Ohio required. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program. Previous physical therapy experience required; hospice, home health, palliative care, or geriatric experience preferred.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills. Ability to work independently and provide care in patients' homes and facilities. Experience supporting patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses preferred.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance required. Interested? Let's Talk! Whether you're looking to pick up a few visits each week or simply want a flexible opportunity to use your PT skills in a meaningful way, we'd love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about our PRN, Paid-Per-Visit Physical Therapist opportunity in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls, OH!
Key Responsibilities
Conduct individualized physical therapy evaluations to assess mobility, strength, and safety for hospice patients. Develop and implement therapy interventions while educating patients and caregivers on safe daily activities and comfort strategies.
Requirements
Requires an active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in Ohio and a graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program. Previous experience in hospice, home health, or geriatric care is preferred along with reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Ohio index 92.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Ohio | 803 active | 21,873 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 42% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Ohio Physical Therapist listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 22% offer loan repayment829 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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