Physical Therapist (PT) - PRN Weekends (9955)
Company: Summit Home Care & Hospice
Location: Columbus
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an
experienced and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team.
We’re committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services in
the comfort of our patients' homes to positively impact quality of
life by redefining the delivery of care. Physical Therapist (PT):
Schedule: PRN, Weekends Only, Flexible Scheduling Pay Structure:
Pay per Visit (Rates Vary Depending on Service & Assigned Coverage
Area) Coverage Location: Greater Columbus, OH Area Travel: Required
Milage Reimbursement Responsibilities: Provide physical therapy
services to patients according to a written physician's plan of
care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative/functional status.
Develop, implement and direct physical therapy programs that focus
on rehabilitation. Evaluate the patient’s home environment. Assess
patients for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM potential for
rehab. Direct patients and families/caregivers in the use and care
of therapeutic appliances. Determine priority needs for physical
therapy. Report the patient's reaction to treatment or changes in
their condition to their physician. Initiate physical therapy
program and instruct other personnel and/or family/caregiver
members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may
work with a patient. Instruct other personnel and/or
family/caregiver the goals of the physical therapy program for the
patient by participating in case conferences. May train the patient
in the use of prosthetic devices. Identify patient and
family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refer as
necessary. Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based
on the attainment of goals. Participate in discharge planning for
the patient. Prepare and submit a clinical progress summary based
on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
Provide physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers
when indicated. Provide in-service education programs for nursing
organization personnel as needed. Participate in the peer
consultation process. Supervises PTAs according to organization
policy and state regulations. When therapy is the only skilled
service, instruct, supervise and evaluate home health aide care
every two (2) weeks. Collaborate with other team personnel to
achieve well-rounded care. Qualifications Requirements: Active
physical therapy license in the state of Ohio. Bachelors, master's
or doctorate in physical therapy from an Accredited Program,
Required. Possess and maintain a current CPR certification. Recent
TB Test. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with
active automobile insurance. Qualifications: Previous experience in
physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other areas preferred. Two
years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist preferred.
Community/home health experience is preferred. Demonstrates good
verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle physical workload. Ability to build rapport with
patients. Strong leadership qualities. Benefits: Mileage
Reimbursement Referral Program Flexible Schedule
Keywords: Summit Home Care & Hospice, Kettering , Physical Therapist (PT) - PRN Weekends (9955), Healthcare , Columbus, Ohio
