Physical Therapist

Company: Caretenders
Location: Brookline
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Physical Therapist at Caretenders summary: The Home Health Physical Therapist assesses and evaluates patients' functional status and mobility to develop and implement personalized treatment plans aimed at improving patient well-being. This role involves close collaboration with physicians, nurses, patients, and caregivers to monitor progress and adjust care accordingly. The position offers career growth, continuing education, and benefits, requiring valid licensure and reliable transportation for home visits. We are hiring for a Home Health Physical Therapist. Mileage reimbursement & excellent benefits. Salary averages: $110k At Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. ? ?As a 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 ?Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare. 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 • 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. Licensure Requirements • Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of MA • Current CPR certification • Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable transportation Keywords: home health physical therapist, patient mobility assessment, physical therapy treatment plan, rehabilitation services, licensed physical therapist, patient care evaluation, therapy progress monitoring, continuing education physical therapy, home health care, patient functional status

Keywords: Caretenders, Woonsocket , Physical Therapist, Healthcare , Brookline, Rhode Island