UnitedHealth Group·West Frankfort, Illinois
As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate patients' functional status and develop treatment plans to enhance their well-being. You will also perform interventions and monitor patient progress while coordinating with the healthcare team.
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As the Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will be completing assessments and evaluations of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions.
Based on this assessment and evaluation, you will work to help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluate the patient's progress.
Primary Responsibilities: Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team 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 Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice Current CPR certification Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client Pay Range $82,048 - $123,072 annual total cash target pay $47.34 - $71.00 per visit point $39.45 - $59.17 hourly rate
Candidates must have current Physical Therapy licensure and CPR certification, along with a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance. The role requires the ability to work in diverse home situations and adhere to state laws governing physical therapy.
Market context
Physical therapist openings in Illinois often reflect steady demand in skilled nursing and long-term care settings, where licensed clinicians help patients regain mobility and function. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with SNF or LTC experience and familiarity with Net Health documentation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Illinois license status and highlight any post-acute experience in your application.