Physical Therapist - Home Care jobs in Pontiac, MI

Physical Therapist - Home Care evaluates and treats patients recovering from injury, disease, or surgery in a home care environment. Establishes individualized treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Physical Therapist - Home Care maintains patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly. Advises patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process. Additionally, Physical Therapist - Home Care may work with and/or consult with physicians, case managers, and other medical professionals. Requires a doctorate degree in physical therapy. Requires a state license to practice physical therapy. Typically reports to a manager. Physical Therapist - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Physical Therapist for Home Health
  • National Home Care LLC
  • Redford, MI FULL_TIME

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    A certified home health physical therapist in national home care is responsible for providing specialized physical therapy services to patients within their homes. As a certified therapist, you have successfully completed the necessary education, training, and examinations to obtain your certification in physical therapy.

    Key responsibilities of a certified home health physical therapist may include:

    1. Initial assessments: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess the patient's physical abilities, functional limitations, pain levels, and medical history in order to develop personalized treatment plans.

    2. Treatment planning: Create individualized therapy programs based on the patient's specific needs, goals, and rehabilitation potential. These plans take into account their medical conditions, mobility limitations, and functional goals.

    3. Rehabilitation interventions: Implement a variety of clinically proven techniques and interventions to improve patients' strength, endurance, balance, mobility, range of motion, and overall physical functioning. This may involve therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, gait training, electrical stimulation, and other specialized modalities.

    4. Pain management: Utilize appropriate pain management techniques to reduce discomfort, enhance patients' quality of life, and promote their engagement in therapy. This may include heat and cold therapy, massage, and other pain-relieving interventions.

    5. Home exercise programs: Design and educate patients and their families on customized home exercise programs that reinforce the therapeutic interventions provided during in-home sessions. These programs encourage active participation and support patients' continued progress and independence.

    6. Assistive device training: Teach patients how to safely and effectively use assistive devices, such as walkers, canes, wheelchairs, or orthotics, to enhance their mobility and functional abilities.

    7. Communication and coordination: Collaborate closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals involved in their care. This includes regular communication and coordination with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive and integrated therapy plans.

    8. Progress monitoring: Continuously assess and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes. This includes maintaining detailed documentation of treatment sessions, interventions, and patient responses.

    9. Education and guidance: Educate patients and their families on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and adaptive techniques to incorporate into daily activities. Provide guidance on home safety modifications, fall prevention, and overall well-being.

    10. Continuing education: Stay updated on the latest advancements, evidence-based practices, and technological developments in the field of home health physical therapy. Participate in professional development opportunities and engage in continuing education to enhance your knowledge and skills.

    As a certified home health physical therapist, you play a vital role in assisting patients in their homes, promoting independence, and facilitating rehabilitation and recovery. Your expertise and compassionate care enable individuals to regain their physical abilities, improve their quality of life, and achieve their functional goals within the familiar and supportive environment of their


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Physical Therapist Home Care
  • home aide llc
  • Livonia, MI PART_TIME
  • Qualifications Physical Therapist current license in the state of Michigan Valid driver's license and current auto insurance Current CPR certification Must be familiar with Medicare guidelines and reg...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Licensed Physical Therapist - Home Health Care
  • Home Care Wellness LLC
  • Detroit, MI FULL_TIME
  • Licensed Physical Therapist - Home Health Care in Detroit, MI Seeking skilled Physical Therapists in Detroit, MI, US, specializing in aiding patients in regaining physical abilities, improving mobilit...
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Physical Therapist
  • Hope At Home Health Care
  • Rockwood, MI PART_TIME
  • We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state PT license. In this role,...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Hope At Home Health Care
  • Romulus, MI PART_TIME
  • We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state PT license. In this role,...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Hope At Home Health Care
  • Wayne, MI PART_TIME
  • We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state PT license. In this role,...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Trinity Health
  • Livonia, MI
  • Employment Type: Full timeShift: Description: Physical Therapist Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Healt...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Total Education Solutions
  • Troy, MI
  • 🌟 Join Our Dynamic PT Team in Troy, Michigan! 🌟 Are you a passionate Physical Therapist with a heart for working with ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Optimal Care, Inc.
  • Franklin, MI
  • Description Administers to clients, according to physician's orders, various evaluations and therapeutic interventions a...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Team Rehabilitation
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • Physical Therapist ID 2023-2822 Category Physical Therapy Type Regular Full-Time Overview Team Rehab is a network of the...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Hope at Home Health Care
  • Novi, MI
  • We are looking for a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitud...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • PT & Me
  • Novi, MI
  • Overview Clinic: Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists Position: Physical Therapist Location: Novi, Michigan Employment ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Team Rehabilitation Services, LLC
  • Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Overview: Team Rehab is a network of therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy clinics in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana,...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • Corewell Health
  • Dearborn, MI
  • Improve health, instill humanity, and inspire hope. That’s just the beginning of the difference you can make when you jo...
  • 1/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pontiac (/ˈpɒn(t)iæk/) is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan, located in Metro Detroit. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 59,515. It is the county seat of Oakland County and about 12 miles (19 km) north and slightly west of the Detroit city limits. Founded in 1818, Pontiac is notably the second European-American organized settlement in Michigan within close proximity to Detroit, second only to Dearborn. It was named after Pontiac, a war chief of the Ottawa people who had occupied the area before the European settlers. The city achieved its widest reputation for its Ge...
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Income Estimation for Physical Therapist - Home Care jobs
$100,857 to $117,962
Pontiac, Michigan area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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