Physical Therapist
Posted Aug 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Home care is autonomous. Tell me about a time you had to make a clinical decision without a colleague nearby.
What they are checking: Whether they can make sound decisions on their own and know when to call for help.
How do you work with nurses, social workers and home health aides on the same patient?
What they are checking: Whether they communicate across a team that is rarely in the same place at the same time.
You may enter homes in many different neighborhoods. How do you think about your own safety?
What they are checking: Whether they have a sensible approach to personal safety in home visits.
What would you do
This home care role covers Berwyn, Broadview, Riverside and the South Side of Chicago. How do you feel about driving between homes all day, and how do you plan your route?
What they are checking: Whether they are realistic about the driving and can organize visits efficiently.
You walk into a home and notice loose rugs, poor lighting and no grab bars. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they address fall risks practically and teach the family how to fix them.
During a visit, a patient's blood pressure is very high and they have a headache. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they recognize urgent signs and contact the nurse or physician rather than just continuing therapy.
A family member keeps doing everything for the patient, which is slowing their progress. How do you handle it?
What they are checking: Whether they can tactfully teach family how to support independence.
About the work
Walk me through your first visit with a patient who just came home after a hip replacement.
What they are checking: Whether they assess the home, safety and function together and set a clear plan.
What do you know about OASIS documentation and why it matters in home health?
What they are checking: Whether they understand that OASIS drives outcomes reporting and payment and must be accurate.
How do you stay on top of documentation when you're seeing patients in their homes all day?
What they are checking: Whether they have habits that keep notes timely using mobile tools.
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