Physical Therapist – Home Health

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Delivering the right care, at the right time, in the right place is the mission that drives Elara Caring—and that starts with the right people.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join our Worcester Home Health team. In this role, you will provide personalized, one-on-one therapy to patients in their homes, helping them improve mobility, restore function, reduce fall risks, and achieve greater independence in their daily lives.

You will have the autonomy to manage your schedule and treatment plans while receiving the support of an experienced, collaborative clinical team.

• One-on-one patient care in the home setting

• Localized territory focused on Worcester proper

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Autonomy and flexibility in managing your schedule

• Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship

• Competitive compensation (pay is based off experience and education with a range between $100-$110K)

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees

• 401(k) with employer match

As a Home Health Physical Therapist , you will evaluate each patient’s functional abilities and develop an individualized treatment plan designed to improve safety, mobility, strength, and independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Completing comprehensive physical therapy evaluations in patients’ homes

• Assessing mobility, strength, balance, range of motion, pain, endurance, and functional limitations

• Developing and implementing individualized plans of care based on each patient’s needs and goals

• Providing skilled treatment to improve functional mobility, transfers, gait, balance, and overall independence

• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, fall prevention, home safety, and the proper use of assistive devices

• Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans to support optimal outcomes

• Identifying changes in a patient’s condition and communicating concerns promptly to the physician and interdisciplinary care team

• Collaborating with nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, therapy assistants, and other healthcare professionals

• Directing and supervising Physical Therapist Assistants and support staff, when applicable

• Documenting evaluations, treatments, goals, progress, and changes to the plan of care accurately and on time

• Maintaining required physician orders, certifications, and signatures

• Following all agency, professional, safety, infection-control, and regulatory standards

• Protecting patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements

• Participating in educational programs, in-service meetings, and professional development opportunities

• Serving as a clinical resource and promoting the value of physical therapy within the community

• Performing additional duties and special projects as assigned

• Graduate of a physical therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

• Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts

• Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

• At least one year of Physical Therapist experience in…