Physical Therapy Lead - Home Health

Physical Therapy Lead
- Home Health

At Bay Care, 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, dedicated and seeking a flexible work schedule and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others? Bay Care Home Care is seeing a skilled Home Health Therapy Lead I 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 Bay Care Home Care?

• 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 Bay Care
• Top Workplace 2025 – competitive 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:
Bay Care Health System, Physical Therapy Dunedin
- Home Care

Location:

Mease Dunedin Physician Office Bldg. And Home Care

Status:
Full Time, Exempt

Shift

Hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Weekend Work:
Every 3rd

On Call:
No

Home visits in assigned service area:
Largo, St. Petersburg, Pinellas Park surrounding areas assigned by zip code.

The Home Health Therapy Lead I provides hands-on care in the home for a group of patients consistently using the nursing process and clinical standards and protocols.

Responsibilities include:

• Eliminates barriers to care improving access to appropriate post-acute care rehabilitation, home, and community resources.
• Provides planning functions to assure the best continuity of care efficiently and effectively, and efficiently guide assigned patients and other related stakeholders through the post-acute care rehabilitation process under the supervision of the Rehab Services Manager.
• Serves as a single point of contact for referring physicians. Coordinates, provides resources and assistance for less than 499 patients per year and caregivers when accessing home care and supportive care services.
• Provides direct patient care.
• Job Specific Functions also includes:
  Coordinates less than 499 patients per year for payer types:
  Medicare or Managed Care or other insurances;
  Intensity of lead therapy interactions equals 4 hours or less per week for low to medium physician's office maintenance.

Home Health Therapy Lead I Requirements:

• Bachelor's Physical Therapy
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• FL PT (Physical Therapy);
  Or – OT (Occupational Therapy) license
• FL Driver's License (required within 30 days of hire)
• 1 Year Physical Therapist;
  Or - 1 year Occupational Therapy experience

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 Bay Care Home Care 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!

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