Physical Therapist, PRN
Company: Mederi Caretenders
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Physical Therapist, PRN at Mederi Caretenders summary: The
Physical Therapist (PT) provides home health visits to assess
patient mobility, endurance, pain, and other conditions. They
develop and implement treatment plans aimed at improving patient
well-being and monitor progress. The role requires licensure, CPR
certification, and the ability to build trusted patient
relationships while working independently. We are hiring a PT for
home visits! The Physical Therapist in Home Health is responsible
for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to
functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other
medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the
Physical Therapist works to help determine a treatment plan,
performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the
patient's well-being, and evaluates the patient's progress. At
Mederi Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of
caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections
that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each
other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping
people. You can find a home for your career here. As a Physical
Therapist, you can expect: • the ability to build in-person trusted
therapist-patient relationships • continuing education and tuition
reimbursement opportunities • independence and autonomy • career
growth possibilities Give your passion to serve others and your
drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
*Responsibilities The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home
Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient
care needs related to functional status/mobility,
endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this
assessment and evaluation, the Physical Therapist works to help
determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at
improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates the
patient's progress • Evaluates the patient's functional status and
physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of
the therapy plan of care. • 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. Licensure
Requirements • Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of FL •
Current CPR certification • Must have a current driver's license
and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle Keywords:
physical therapy, home health, patient assessment, treatment
planning, mobility improvement, pain management, functional status
evaluation, caregiver education, patient progress monitoring,
licensed physical therapist
Keywords: Mederi Caretenders, Greater Carrollwood , Physical Therapist, PRN, Healthcare , Bradenton, Florida
