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Home Health Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Optimal Care·Jackson, Michigan

$93,000 - $116,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

Provide one-on-one rehabilitation care in patients' homes to help them recover from surgery, injury, or illness. Assess functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, balance, and independence.

Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places [https://topworkplaces.com/company/optimal-care-inc/] for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work [https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7082741] certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission

Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

About the Role

Help patients regain strength, restore mobility, and return to the activities that matter most in their daily lives. As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll provide one-on-one rehabilitation care in patients’ homes, helping them recover from surgery, injury, or illness while improving function, reducing pain, and supporting greater independence.

This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who values autonomy, clinical variety, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with patients over the course of their recovery. You'll assess each patient’s functional abilities and home environment, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide them through targeted interventions that improve mobility, balance, strength, and safety. Working closely with an interdisciplinary care team, you'll educate and empower patients and caregivers while helping individuals make measurable progress toward their goals and a higher quality of life.

Location • Office Location

  • Jackson, MI
  • Main
  • Service
  • Area: Jackson and surrounding
  • This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes
  • Hours
  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Weekend On-Call Rotation
  • Required Qualification
  • Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Current state license as a Physical Therapist
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
  • Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area

Preferred Qualifications

  • Home health experience
  • OASIS certification or willingness to obtain
  • Experience with Medicare home health documentation
  • Essential Skills and Competencies
  • Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Comfort evaluating and adapting to varied home environments
  • Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Pay Range $93,000—$116,000 USD

  • How We Care for You
  • Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
  • Company paid Short Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Company Vehicle Program for field roles
  • Pet Insurance
  • ID and Fraud Protection
  • And more...

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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Requirements

Requires a Master's or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, a current state license, and at least one year of experience. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license for daily travel within the service area.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Medical Terminology
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Home Health Regulations
  • Rehabilitation Care

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • FSA
  • HSA
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Dependent Care
  • Company Vehicle Program
  • ID and Fraud Protection

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$93,000 - $116,000/yr
Location
Jackson, Michigan
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Optimal Care

Optimal Care is the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our dedicated health care professionals collaborate across the continuum of care to create a personalized care plan that delivers optimal outcomes for our Patients and all those...

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IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

Michigan home health PT demand remains steady

Home health physical therapy in Michigan is typically driven by an aging population, post-acute recovery needs, and patients who need care at home. These roles are competitive because employers often look for licensed PTs with home-visit readiness, reliable transportation, and prior experience, while benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and life insurance can help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure, travel expectations, and home-health experience before applying.

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