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Pennant Group
Richland, Washington

Home Health Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$110k-$120k

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 47m ago · Verified live

Job Description

At Columbia River Home Health, it’s all about people and culture.

We believe that when our team members feel supported and empowered, exceptional care follows. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our mission-driven team. We are looking in the Tri-Cities and Walla Walla areas.

Why Join Columbia River Home Health?

  • 5-Star Medicare-rated agency for quality and patient satisfaction
  • One-on-one patient care in the comfort of their homes
  • Monday through Friday schedule with flexible hours
  • No required nights or weekends
  • Collaborative, supportive team environment
  • Ongoing professional development and tuition reimbursement
  • A workplace rooted in respect, learning, and compassion

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary, $110,000 to $120,000 annually/pay per visit equivalent
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance – eligible first of the month after hire
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick time
  • Life and AD&D insurance (company-paid)
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, plus voluntary benefit options
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Employee emergency fund
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What You'll Do

  • Deliver skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
  • Educate patients and caregivers on techniques and home exercises
  • Complete evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in a timely and accurate manner
  • Support care transitions and discharge planning

What We're Looking For

  • Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in Washington State (or able to obtain before start date)
  • One to two years of experience in physical therapy; home health experience preferred
  • Current CPR certification
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and time management skills

About Life in Eastern Washington

  • Beautiful year-round scenery and access to outdoor recreation
  • A slower pace of life and no traffic congestion
  • No state income tax
  • All four seasons, with a balanced climate
  • Environmentally conscious communities and a lower cost of living
  • Our Core Values

We Are Guided by Our Foundational CAPLICO Values

  • Customer Second (Employee First)
  • Accountability
  • Passion for Learning
  • Love One Another
  • Intelligent Risk Taking
  • Celebration
  • Ownership

To Learn More About Columbia River Home Health

  • Call/text our recruiter, Marta @ 425 320 9683
  • Visit our website: columbiariverhh.com

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US.

Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at pennantgroup.com.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Educate patients and caregivers on home exercises while maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Physical Therapist in Washington State with one to two years of experience. Requires current CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Care planningPatient education

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $107k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Home Health Physical Therapist at Pennant Group a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,485 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$115k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution35 jobs · 24 employers

10
<$100k
11
$100k-115k
6
$115k-130k
5
$130k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 24 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
82%
Sign-on bonus
71%
Loan repayment
38%
Relocation assistance
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health | $150,000 Annual Salary (Redding)

Home Care Providers Group · Yuba City, California

$150k-$160k
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist

Center Well · Seattle, Washington

$112k-$154k
#3

Acute Care Physical Therapist

$103k-$149k
#4

Physical Therapist

$85k-$142k
+ 33 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.8
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,485 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Richland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$421k≈ 3.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,731/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Kennewick-Richland, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Pennant Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Eagle, Idaho
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary $110,000-$120,000 annually
Mileage reimbursement
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid sick time
Life and AD&D insurance (company-paid)