Field Physical Therapist - Home Health

Job description

Field Physical Therapist - Home Health

There's home care and then there's BayCare HomeCare!

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Are you a passionate and dedicated Field Physical Therapist – Home Health seeking a flexible work schedule and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others? BayCare HomeCare is seeing a skilled Home Health Field Physical Therapist to join our team who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our Community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.

Why join BayCare HomeCare?

Flexible schedule – great work-life balance with occasional weekends

Make a real impact – care for patients in their homes, helping them stay independent

Room to grow – mentorship, training, and advancement opportunities within BayCare

Top Workplace 2025 – Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision), Paid time off, Tuition Reimbursement, 401k match and additional year contribution, Yearly performance appraisal and team award bonus, Community discounts and more!

Facility: BayCare HomeCare

Locations: Openings in Largo/St Pete, FL, Dunedin, FL or New Port Richey, FL/Pinellas and Pasco County.

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Shift Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday

Weekend Work: 3rd Weekend

On Call: No

Home visits in assigned service area: surrounding areas assigned by your homebase zip code.

HomeCare Physical Therapist - Responsibilities include:

Evaluates and develops specific treatment programs for individual patients based on their needs and in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy.

Responsible for providing the appropriate level of clinical direction for Physical Therapy Assistants.

Plans, implements, manages and evaluates the provision of both professional and ancillary home health services (direct care and case management) to ensure that all patients needs are met and quality care provided in accordance with Federal, State, JCAHO and program guidelines.

Manages the activities of the multi-disciplinary team providing care to the patient.

Monitors the provision of therapeutic services through written and verbal communication with all disciplines.

Develops, implements, and carries out a discharge plan in conjunction with the patient, family/caregiver and members of the health care team.

Interprets agency policy to patients/families.

Reviews patients visits weekly and provides plan to Home Care Supervisor and scheduler, including anticipated weekend visits.

Informs scheduler of any schedule changes and communicates caseload and patient care issues to Home Care Supervisor.

HomeCare Physical Therapist Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist State of Florida License

1 year Physical Therapist experience

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Driver's License (Florida driver's license is required within 30 days of hire)

Preferred Master's Degree Physical Therapy

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at

Ready to Make a Difference? Join BayCare HomeCare for the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals making a positive impact on the Tampa Bay Community!

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Worksite address

largo, FL, 34640, US

Who can apply

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