Home Health Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign On Bonus

optimalcare

Livingston County, MI · Livingston County · United States

Posted May 22, 2026

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HOME HEALTH

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Job description

Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

About the Role

Help patients regain strength, restore mobility, and return to the activities that matter most in their daily lives. As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you'll provide one-on-one rehabilitation care in patients’ homes, helping them recover from surgery, injury, or illness while improving function, reducing pain, and supporting greater independence.

This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who values autonomy, clinical variety, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with patients over the course of their recovery. You'll assess each patient’s functional abilities and home environment, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide them through targeted interventions that improve mobility, balance, strength, and safety. Working closely with an interdisciplinary care team, you'll educate and empower patients and caregivers while helping individuals make measurable progress toward their goals and a higher quality of life.

Location

Office Location: Jackson, MI
Main Service Area:  Livingston County and surrounding areas

This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Required Qualification

Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Current state license as a Physical Therapist
Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area

Preferred Qualifications

Home health experience
OASIS certification or willingness to obtain
Experience with Medicare home health documentation

Essential Skills and Competencies

Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort evaluating and adapting to varied home environments
Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Pay Range

$93,000—$116,000 USD

How We Care for You

Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
Company paid Short Term Disability
Company paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Mileage Reimbursement
Company Vehicle Program for field roles
Pet Insurance
ID and Fraud Protection
And more...

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.