Travel Physical Therapist - $2,766 per week
American Traveler · Rutland, VT · 1 mo ago
On-siteInternship
About the role
Home health/hospice setting providing skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes. Uses McKesson for clinical documentation and visit management. Coordinates care with physicians, nurses, caregivers, PTAs, PT students, and other rehab team members. Open to first-time travelers.
- Start date: September 14, 2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with 2–3 weekend days required
- Hours: 40 per week (5 × 8‑hour day shifts)
- Employment type: Travel
- Openings: 1
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive OASIS and physical therapy assessments, develop plans of care, and deliver skilled treatment
- Act as Care Manager coordinating patient care across the interdisciplinary team
- Complete required documentation to support billing, insurance coverage, and regulatory compliance
- Participate in in‑service training and community outreach for rehabilitation services
- Coordinate safe patient discharges and transfers in accordance with policy
- Participate in peer review audits and quality improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience
- State license (required upon acceptance)
- Experience with OASIS assessments and home health documentation (preferred)
- Knowledge of APTA guidelines and federal/state home health regulations
- Ability to supervise and direct PTAs, PT students, and home care aides
- Proficiency in patient health assessments such as PT/INR and blood pressure monitoring
- Proficiency in procedures such as staple/suture removal and wound care
Benefits
- Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance effective day one of assignment
- Generous 401(k) match
- Substantial housing stipends
- 24/7 support and access to in‑house clinicians
Pay
Pay package based on 8‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with 2–3 weekend days required.