This Position is for a Physical Therapist (Home Health) with a company located in Vicksburg.

Job Summuary:  As a Physical Therapist, you can expect: The ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships

continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities independence and autonomy career growth possibilities. The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress

Duties and Responsibilities: Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care. Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician. Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and / or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice. Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Education and Qualifications: Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice. Current CPR certification. Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.

Benefits: We strive to offer benefits big enough for the hearts of our employees. And that's pretty big! But we know they give their all, so we do our best to give our all back to them with benefits that meet their wants and needs. Like what you see? Take the first step on your LHC Group career journey. Tuition reimbursement and reduction programs / Flexible scheduling / Employee wellness / PTO + holidays / Donation to non-profits.

AAP/EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled