Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Our Physical Therapists examine and treat patients with physical impairments through the use of physical modalities. The goal is to assist persons who are physically challenged to improve mobility and function, independent self-care, other skills necessary for functioning in daily living. We have Specialty Programs that include Balance and Fall Prevention, Spine Safety, Total Hip and Knee Replacement Program, and our Total Shoulder Replacement Program. He/she administers skilled care to clients requiring intermittent professional services and teaches the family and other members of the health care team. These services are performed in accordance with the physician’s orders and the established plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the Branch Director.
Qualifications
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Fredericksburg's growing senior population has increased demand for home health physical therapists. While several providers compete locally, Encompass Health stands out by investing in employee development, making their positions attractive for therapists looking for stable yet dynamic home health roles.
In Fredericksburg, having a current Virginia state PT license is essential, but certifications in fall prevention or orthopedic specialty programs can boost employability. Employers appreciate therapists with skills tailored to home health challenges, including balance and spine safety expertise.
A PT in home health needs strong assessment skills for mobility impairments, proficiency in physical modalities, and the ability to customize care plans for patients’ environments. Communication with families and interdisciplinary teams is vital to support independent living.
Home health PTs must adapt treatments to varied home environments, often addressing complex mobility challenges without clinic equipment. They work more independently, requiring strong self-management and flexible problem-solving to meet patients' unique daily living needs.
PTs in home health can advance to clinical leadership, specialty program coordination (e.g., fall prevention), or education roles. Companies like Encompass Health also offer continual training and scholarship programs, encouraging growth within the home care sector.
Encompass Health provides PTs with cutting-edge tech including electronic medical records on mobile devices, plus a culture emphasizing collaboration and ethics. Their benefit packages and continuing education foster long-term career satisfaction in home health therapy.
Yes, Encompass Health offers an incentivized bonus plan for their home health PT employees, rewarding performance and commitment. Combined with comprehensive insurance and flexible benefits, this makes their compensation package competitive in Fredericksburg’s market.
Physical Therapists in Fredericksburg typically earn between $75,000 and $90,000 annually in home health roles. Salaries may vary based on experience, specialty certifications, and employer benefits like those provided by Encompass Health.
Yes, dependable transportation and the ability to safely drive in various weather conditions are mandatory for this role, as therapists travel to patients’ homes throughout Fredericksburg and surrounding areas to deliver consistent care.
Encompass Health develops specialty programs such as balance and fall prevention, orthopedic replacement rehab, and spine safety. These targeted initiatives empower PTs to deliver personalized, effective care that enhances patient independence at home.