ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in Pacific, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff
Physical Therapist (PT) – Home Health
Auburn & Kent, WA | Full-Time | Flexible Field-Based Schedule
Job Details
Location: Auburn and Kent, Washington
Coverage Area: King County, WA
Setting: Home Health
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible, field-based schedule
Patient Population: Adult and geriatric homebound patients
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range:$104,000–$140,300 annually, based on experience
Caseload:
- Approximately 20–21 visits per week when working with a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Approximately 25 visits per week without PTA support
About the Opportunity
We are working with a well-established home health agency serving the Auburn, Kent, and greater King County areas to hire a compassionate and independent Physical Therapist.
This is an excellent opportunity for a PT who values autonomy, flexible scheduling, and meaningful one-on-one patient relationships. You will provide skilled physical therapy in patients’ homes, helping adults and older adults regain mobility, improve independence, and reach their highest possible functional level.
Responsibilities
- Complete initial physical therapy assessments and develop individualized plans of care
- Perform reassessments at least every 30 days or as required
- Provide physician-ordered physical therapy services in patients’ homes
- Perform skilled therapeutic procedures according to the established plan of care
- Evaluate patients’ mobility, strength, balance, safety, and functional limitations
- Assist physicians and the clinical team with evaluating patients’ levels of function
- Recommend and implement revisions to treatment plans as patients’ needs change
- Complete OASIS assessments, reassessments, resumptions of care, transfers, discharges, and change-in-condition documentation
- Select and document appropriate ICD-10 diagnosis codes
- Prepare accurate clinical notes and progress reports within required timeframes
- Communicate with physicians regarding patient progress and recommended treatment changes
- Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility, safety, and activities of daily living
- Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences
- Direct and supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and Home Health Aides as assigned
- Participate in staff education, in-service programs, and quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Physical Therapy program approved by CAPTE, APTA, or an equivalent accrediting organization
- Active Washington State Physical Therapist license in good standing
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to patient homes throughout Auburn, Kent, and surrounding King County communities
- Strong communication, documentation, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound clinical judgment
Preferred Experience
- Two or more years of experience as a Physical Therapist
- Previous home health or field-based clinical experience
- OASIS assessment and documentation experience
- Experience supervising Physical Therapist Assistants
Why Consider Home Health?
- Flexible, field-based scheduling
- Greater clinical autonomy
- Meaningful one-on-one patient care
- Manageable weekly visit expectations
- Opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients and caregivers
- Ability to make a direct impact on patients’ independence and quality of life
About ATC West Healthcare Services
About ATC West Healthcare Services
At ATC West Healthcare Services, we believe healthcare shouldn’t feel transactional. It should feel supportive, reliable, and built around you.
For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with nurses and healthcare professionals across California to provide flexible work opportunities that fit your lifestyle and career goals. Whether you’re looking for per diem shifts, travel assignments, or long-term placements, our team is here to make the process simple and seamless.
What sets ATC West apart is our hands-on, relationship-first approach. You’re not just a name in a system, you’re part of our community.
We offer:
- Flexible scheduling that works for you
- Competitive pay and weekly compensation
- Dedicated support from a real team that knows your name
- Opportunities across hospitals, clinics, behavioral health, and more
We also believe connection matters beyond the workplace. That’s why we host in-person community events. From Nurses Week celebrations and local meetups to appreciation gatherings, giving you the chance to connect, unwind, and build relationships with fellow healthcare professionals.
We’re available 24/7/365 because we know healthcare doesn’t stop, and neither do you.
At ATC West, you focus on patient care, we’ll take care of the rest