Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

About the role

Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Largo, MD, within a Home Health setting where you will perform patient evaluations and provide therapeutic services according to physician orders.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient function
• Develop and update treatment plans
• Document patient progress
• Coordinate discharge planning
• Provide education to patients, families, and other agency personnel
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program recognized by relevant accrediting bodies
• A current, unencumbered physical therapy license in the state of assignment (Maryland) prior to assignment start
• A current CPR certification
• Familiarity with basic computer functions including email, internet navigation, and electronic documentation systems
• Ability to perform home visits, including reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Meet applicable state licensing or registration standards and perform duties in accordance with home health therapy regulations for the assigned state

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of physical therapy experience preferred
• Experience working in home health settings preferred
• Experience supervising PTAs or home health aides preferred
• Familiarity with state-specific home health therapy regulations and plan-of-care coordination preferred

Skills

• Skilled in providing physical therapy
• Effective communicator with the interdisciplinary team
• Proficient in basic computer functions
• Capable of performing home visits

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits available from day one
• 401(k) matching plan
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Housing options available when applicable
• Travel and license reimbursement where applicable

Impact on Patient Care

Provide skilled physical therapy in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. Responsibilities include evaluating patient function, developing and updating treatment plans, documenting patient progress, coordinating discharge planning, and educating patients, families, and other agency personnel. Follow applicable state regulations for supervision of therapy assistants and documentation requirements. Timely communication with the interdisciplinary team is required to ensure continuity of care.

Location Highlights

• Explore Largo and nearby attractions while working in Maryland
• Within a 30–45 minute drive to Washington, D.C., offering access to the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and major transit options such as Metro and regional bus lines
• Outdoor options include a short drive to Patuxent River Park and Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary for hiking and waterfront activities
• The area features suburban neighborhoods, local dining and cultural districts, and regional shopping centers within a 10–20 minute commute, supporting a balanced lifestyle between urban amenities and quieter residential communities

EEO Statement

At Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies, we are an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.