Pennant Group·Orofino, Idaho
The Physical Therapist assumes responsibility for interdisciplinary assessment and developing individualized plans of care in partnership with patients and caregivers, while also providing patient and caregiver education and preparing clinical documentation. Key duties include evaluating therapeutic status, assessing the home environment, directing physical therapy treatment, and identifying needs for other home health services.
Elite is seeking compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapists to join our team in providing exceptional home health and hospice care.
The agency is driven by our CAPLICO core values - Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership.
These principles guide our commitment to delivering high-quality, patient centered care that empowers individuals to remain in the comfort of the own homes.
As a Physical Therapist with Elite, you'll play a key role in "Keeping Our Community Home", helping patients achieve their mobility goals and regain strength while fostering a supportive, healing environment.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, and be part of a team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence.
Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s)
Provides patient and caregiver education
Prepares clinical notes, and progress summaries
Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners
Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care.
Evaluates home environment.
Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM—potential for rehab.
Directing physical therapy treatment.
Determining priority needs for physical therapy
Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
Participates in discharge planning for patient.
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.
Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the State of Idaho and the State of Washington.
Passed an examination for physical therapists approved by the state and possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master’s program in physical therapy approved by the Commission on accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (“CAPTE”) or any successor organization of the CAPTE.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Wage: $50-55 per hour
401k options, EAP, etc.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
Candidates must be licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in both Idaho and Washington, possessing a degree from a CAPTE-approved program. Applicants are also required to maintain current CPR certification and possess a valid driver's license with adequate automobile insurance.
Market context
In Idaho, allied health imaging roles often draw steady interest because hospitals, clinics, and outpatient settings need credentialed staff who can support diagnostic workflows. These positions are competitive when employers want current X-Ray registry and BLS certification, with ARRT in CT preferred for candidates who can cover more advanced imaging needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then verify your registry status and BLS expiration before applying.