Home Health Physical Therapist - $43-64 per hour

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist for a job in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Physical Therapist Discipline: Therapy Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: days Employment Type: Staff ?? What You'll Do As a Physical Therapist in our Home Health division, you'll: Coordinate and deliver medically prescribed physical therapy services with a focus on quality, continuity, and cost-effectiveness . Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop personalized care plans based on musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary assessments. Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and communicate updates to physicians and leadership. Advocate for patients by managing their medical conditions, medications, and functional goals. Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and collaborate with Home Health Aides to maximize patient outcomes. Educate patients and caregivers on treatment techniques and adaptive equipment. Participate in chart audits, quality improvement initiatives, and discharge planning. Mentor new employees and serve as a clinical instructor for students. ?? What You'll Need Licensure: Physical Therapist license (Wisconsin) Certifications: BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA) - must be obtained within 6 months Education: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Experience: Minimum 3 years in acute hospital, home health, or rehab setting Skills: Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and decision-making abilities Tech: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Transportation: Valid driver's license and insured, functional vehicle ?? Why Join Us? Competitive compensation and benefits Supportive team environment Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship Make a real difference in patients' livesevery single day Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R179042. Posted job title: Physical Therapist - Home Health About Advocate Aurora Health Advocate Aurora Health's 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you're at one of our 10 Magnet designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion. Benefits Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Wellness and fitness programs Mileage reimbursement Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Discount program Sign-On bonus