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Pennant Group
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Physical Therapist (D/PT) PRN

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Compensation

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Job Description

Celebrating 30 years in 2026!

At Excell, our legacy is built on providing life-changing services to Oklahomans every day.

As we celebrate 30 years of excellence, we invite you to become part of a milestone that honors our past while shaping our future.

Here, you're more than an employee. You're an advocate, a caregiver, a trusted partner, and a source of hope for patients, families, and healthcare partners throughout our community.

We aren't just filling a position. We're looking for a team member who wants to help shape our culture, support our growth, and make a lasting difference for patients and families.

At Excell, you can expand on your "why" and join a team committed to creating a workplace defined by compassion, service, and purpose. Live your passion and commitment to exceptional care and help build the next chapter of our story.

HCHB/Pointcare Experience Is a PLUS!

Mileage Reimbursement $0.50 per mile

Job Summary

The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s);

  • 2. Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling;
  • 3. Provides patient and caregiver education;
  • 4. Prepares clinical notes, and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals;

5. Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care;

6. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to:

Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.

  • Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
  • Directing physical therapy treatment.
  • Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.

Determining Priority Needs for Physical Therapy

Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.

7. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.

8. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.

9. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.

10. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

11. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.

12. Participates in peer consultation process.

13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

14. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

15. Participates in the HHA's quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

  • JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
  • Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State, if applicable.

Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state and possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (“CAPTE”) or any successor organization of the CAPTE.

Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.

  • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
  • Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Based in Oklahoma City and operating in various counties throughout the state, Excell Home Care and Hospice is Medicare certified and licensed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health

Excell Home Care and Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Excell is compliant with CDC guidelines, CMS state and federal law pertaining to patient care, the EEOC, and all other applicable state and federal laws, including COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination mandates. EXCELL follows EEOC guidance on medical and religious exemptions and welcomes all applicants regardless of their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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

The physical therapist is responsible for assessing patient functional status and developing individualized plans of care in a home health setting. They also provide patient and caregiver education while coordinating with physicians and supervising physical therapy assistants.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from a CAPTE-approved program and be licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state. A minimum of two years of experience is required, with preference given to those with a background in home health.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient assessmentRehabilitationGait analysisRange of motion assessmentHome health careCare planningClinical documentationPatient educationInterdisciplinary collaborationSupervision of physical therapy assistantsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 42% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 29 employers

401k / retirement match
78%
CME allowance
75%
Sign-on bonus
63%
Loan repayment
28%
Relocation assistance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Oklahoma City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$211k
Typical market rent
$1,282/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.4
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Oklahoma City, OK metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. 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

Mileage Reimbursement $0.50 per mile