Physical Therapist - Home Health

Home Health Physical Therapist

This Home Health Physical Therapist position is based in the Reading, Pennsylvania area, offering the opportunity to live and work in a community that combines a welcoming, close-knit feel with convenient access to larger cities. Reading sits in scenic Berks County, surrounded by rolling hills, parks, and trails that appeal to outdoor enthusiasts. Residents enjoy local festivals, historic sites, nearby hiking at Nolde Forest and the Pagoda overlook, and easy day trips to Philadelphia and the broader southeastern Pennsylvania region.

The city's diverse neighborhoods, growing arts presence, and array of dining options provide a comfortable lifestyle for professionals looking for both relaxation and activity outside of work.

The role focuses on providing skilled Physical Therapy services to patients in their homes, allowing you to develop meaningful, one-on-one relationships and directly see the impact of your interventions on a patient's ability to function safely in their usual environment. You will evaluate and treat adult and geriatric patients with a variety of conditions, including post-surgical orthopedic cases, neurologic diagnoses such as stroke, and complex medical conditions requiring strength, balance, and endurance training.

A typical day includes traveling to patient residences within the Reading and greater Berks County area, performing initial and follow-up assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing interventions such as therapeutic exercise, gait and transfer training, home safety evaluations, and education for patients and caregivers. You will document visits in an electronic medical record, coordinate closely with nursing and other therapy disciplines, and participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to ensure cohesive patient care.

Patient visits are generally scheduled throughout the day with time allotted for documentation, route planning, and communication with the care team. Productivity expectations are designed to balance visit volume with high-quality, patient-centered care. Because care is delivered in the home, you have the flexibility to organize your schedule while maintaining required visit and documentation standards.

You will work with a supportive team culture that values collaboration, professional growth, and evidence-based practice. Home health offers a clear path to broadening your clinical skills, especially in functional mobility, falls prevention, and chronic disease management, while giving you autonomy in your daily practice. The environment is well-suited to therapists who appreciate independence, enjoy educating patients and families, and are motivated by helping individuals remain safely in their homes and communities.