Travel Physical Therapist - Home Health - $2,867 per week

About the role

American Traveler is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist with 1+ years of experience and a Virginia PT state license to provide in-home patient care in Chesapeake, Virginia. This 13-week travel assignment begins November 9, 2026, with a day-shift schedule of five 8-hour days (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM) and 40 hours per week. Weekend coverage is required for orthopedic cases only, approximately every 4th or 5th weekend. The caseload is 6 to 7 weighted visits per day, and mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate.

Schedule

• Shift: Days, 5 × 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• Weekly hours: 40
• Weekend coverage: Required for orthopedic cases only, approximately every 4th or 5th weekend
• Caseload: 6–7 weighted visits per day
• Mileage reimbursed at IRS rate

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and caregiver education
• Participate in discharge planning
• Complete required documentation
• Direct patient participation in therapeutic tasks