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Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $1,727 per week

Supplemental Health Care · Ashland, KY · 1 wk ago
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Supplemental Health Care is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in Ashland, Kentucky and the surrounding areas. With 40+ years of experience in healthcare staffing, SHC connects clinicians with top home health partners nationwide.

About the role

13-week contract, 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts. Paid by the hour — not by the visit. 5–6 visits per day (45–90 minutes each, based on complexity). Travel time is factored into productivity expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform initial and ongoing PT assessments and develop individualized plans of care
  • Provide skilled interventions for strengthening, endurance, pain management, and fall prevention
  • Conduct gait and balance evaluations, home safety assessments, and mobility training
  • Educate patients and caregivers on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safety strategies
  • Collaborate with RNs, OTs, SLPs, and physicians to ensure coordinated, interdisciplinary care
  • Document all care in compliance with Medicare, OASIS-E, and agency standards

Requirements

  • Active, unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) license in the state of assignment
  • Current BLS certification (AHA)
  • 1+ year of recent home health experience (within the last 2 years)
  • Experience conducting PT evaluations and developing therapy plans
  • Familiar with Medicare-certified home health guidelines and OASIS-E documentation
  • Experience with EMRs such as Homecare Homebase, NetSmart, or Epic
  • Clear background check, driving record, and up-to-date health clearance (TB, immunizations)
  • Reliable transportation with valid auto insurance and ability to travel between patient homes

Pay

$1,560 - $1,727 per week

Benefits

  • Full medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a wide range of investment options
  • Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University
  • Referral bonus
  • Benefits start day 1
  • Health savings account
  • Discount program
  • Round-the-clock support

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