Physical Therapist PT - Home Care
Company: Carle Health
Location: Olney
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview $5.000 Sign on Bonus Available $2,500 Relocation Bonus
(greater than 50 miles) (external candidates only) The Home Care
Physical Therapist evaluates and develops treatment plans for
patients of all ages, modifying the plan of care as appropriate.
Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and
as a clinical resource for staff and students. Hours may vary
depending upon census and program need. Qualifications
Certifications: Proof of Auto Insurance - VariesVaries; Basic Life
Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association
(AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Driver's License - Secretary
of State (SOS)Secretary of State (SOS); Licensed Physical Therapist
(PT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
(IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
(IDFPR), Education: Bachelor's Degree: Physical Therapy (Required),
Work Experience: Responsibilities Documents through comprehensive
detail about patient visit, information is sufficient that
following staff can determine exactly what and how care was
rendered with a clear plan for the next contact.Educates and
documents discharge planning prior to discharge, including
communication with physician, insurance source, outpatient visits
and community resources are planned and arranged if applicable.
Patient is provided with discharge goals promptly, ensures goals
are closed as met or changed as patient condition
progresses.Collaboratively communicates and initiates case
conferencing as necessary and documents interactions (other
disciplines, MD, care coordinator, insurers, etc.).Communicates the
requirements for collaborative team and care givers, assignments
with scheduler, prepare written instructions for the assistant and
supervises the assistant in the patient home.Administers treatment
involving application of physical agents such as heat, cold, light,
water and electricity or traction and massage therapy.Evaluates,
fits and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends
modifications to the orthotist/prosthetist.Plans and administers
prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for patients to
restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability, injury or
loss of body part.Performs patient assessment test, measurements
and evaluations, such as: range of motion and manual muscle tests,
gait and functional analyses, and body part measurements. Records
and evaluates findings to aid in establishing or revising specifics
of treatment programs.Reviews and evaluates physician or podiatrist
referral and patient medical record to determine if physical
therapy required.Demonstrates comprehension and adherence to
regulatory requirements and home care policies regarding practice,
and documentation content and timelines. Completes functional
assessments and documentation per comprehensive OASIS assessment of
patients. Assess homebound status of patients. Completes
comprehensive physical therapy assessment in patient's home and
develop plan of care. Communicate with patients to schedule
appointment times and manage daily schedule. Assess home safety and
recommend equipment to improve patient's home safety. Educate
family/caregivers on recommended home exercise program. Performs
wound care within the scope of practice and according to the plan
of care and to the department policy. About Us Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The
supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where
growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it
all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a
healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight
hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses.
Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle
Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle
Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center
hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing
care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois
College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical
school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several
communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth
and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local
protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may
provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the
Department of Homeland Security with information from each new
employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more
information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for
this position is $36.74per hour - $63.19per hour. This represents a
good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of
posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a
candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but
not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications,
location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team
members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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