Home Health Physical Therapist - Full Time
Company: Bridge Home Health & Hospice
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Full Time - Home Health -San Diego North Territory ( Oceanside,
San Marcos, Carlsbad, etc.) Job Description 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. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: Provides
physical therapy services to patients according to a written
physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical
Therapy Practice Act. 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 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. 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. May train patients in the use of prosthetic
devices. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other
home health services and refers as necessary. Prepares and submits
clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
Participates in discharge planning for patients. Prepares and
submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of
goals as directed by Organization policy. Provides physical therapy
consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated. Provides
in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as
needed. Participates in peer consultation process. Supervises
physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and
state regulations. When therapy is the only skilled service,
instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every
two (2) weeks. Must adhere to the company attendance and
reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job
to ensure quality, and consistent patient care. The above
statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the
major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) of this
job. The incumbent(s) may be requested to perform job related tasks
other than those stated in the description. Position
Qualifications: Possesses a post baccalaureate degree in physical
therapy (Doctor of Physical Therapy) approved by the Commission on
Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). For physical
therapists licensed prior to the change in entry-level requirements
(January 2016), may possess a baccalaureate or master’s in physical
therapy from a program approved by CAPT. Licensed to practice as
physical therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization
skills. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Possesses and maintains valid and current Auto Insurance. Licensed
driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in
accordance with the organization requirements. Must possess a valid
California Driver’s License. Physical Requirements: The ability to
sit occasionally for 1-3 hours. The ability to frequently stand for
3-6 hours. The ability to occasionally drive/ operate foot control
for 1-3 hours. The ability to walk occasionally on level surface
for 1-3 hours. The ability to walk intermittently on unlevel
surface for less than 1 hour. The ability to intermittently bend or
climb for less than 1 hour. The ability to occasionally twist,
kneel, crouch and crawl for 1-3 hours. The ability to lift 50
pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour. The ability to carry up
to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour. The ability to
push up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour. The
ability to pull up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1
hour.
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