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Physical Therapist PT Home Health- $7500 Sign On Bonus

Elara Caring · Kankakee, IL · Full time

Posted Aug 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to make a clinical decision on your own without a supervisor nearby.

What they are checking: Whether they are confident working independently in the field.

How would you work with a nurse who is also seeing your patient?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate across disciplines so care is coordinated.

Tell me about a patient whose progress at home you're proud of.

What they are checking: Whether they find meaning in home health outcomes and can describe their impact.

What would you do

A patient is making no progress after several visits. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they reassess, change the plan or discuss discharge honestly.

A patient's caregiver is doing too much for them, which slows recovery. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach families to support independence without offending them.

You arrive and the patient seems confused, which is new. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize possible medical changes and escalate right away.

How do you manage a caseload across a wide area with lots of driving?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan routes and visits to keep productivity steady.

About the work

How would you build a plan of care for a patient with Parkinson's who lives alone in a rural part of McHenry or Kankakee County?

What they are checking: Whether they can design realistic home-based goals around safety and independence.

What tests do you use in the home to measure fall risk, and how do you use the results?

What they are checking: Whether they use standardized measures to guide and document treatment.

How do you keep your documentation strong enough to justify skilled therapy?

What they are checking: Whether they document medical necessity clearly, which affects compliance and payment.

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The full job description

As published by Elara Caring.

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: Physical Therapist $7500 Sign on Bonus Delivering the right care, at the right time, in the right place is the mission that drives Elara Caring, and that starts with the right people . We have extraordinary employees with a passion and enthusiasm to exceed the expectations of each patient we serve, each visit, every day—and that could include you. Elara Caring is looking for a passionate Physical Therapist PT to join our elite team of healthcare professionals and make a difference, one patient at a time. Why Join the Elara Caring mission? • Supportive, collaborative environment • Unique, rewarding opportunity caring for patients in their homes • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship • Opportunities for advancement and growth • Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K and paid-time off for full-time staff. What is Required? • Current PT license as required by state • CPR certification with American Heart Association or America Red Cross • 1 year of experience in a health care facility • Ability to meet physical demands of the job • Positive attitude • Dedication to quality patient care • Strong communication skills • Reliable transportation to perform job duties Apply with Elara Caring today! This is not a comprehensive list of all job duties; a full job description will be provided. The low end of the compensation range is $105,000 to the high end up to $120,000 annually, which can include additional earnings for work beyond quota, bonuses, on-call, or other performance-based compensation variables. #LI-SD1 Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

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