Travel Physical Therapist Home Health - $2,886 per week

About the Role

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health role requiring home health experience and an active Michigan PT license.

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1
• Weekend rotation required every 4-6 weeks
• No call requirement
• Home health setting covering Van Buren, Calhoun, and Kalamazoo counties

Requirements

• Active Michigan PT license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of home health experience required
• Valid, active driver's license in good standing required
• Daily access to a personal vehicle for business use and proof of auto insurance required
• Proof of flu vaccination required with consideration; exemption requests must be submitted within 48 hours of signing
• References must be from a supervisor-level contact
• RTO limited to no more than 10 days
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restrictions
• Previous internal travelers may return after 6 months; former permanent staff may return after 1 year

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and administer PT treatment for patients with injury or musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopedic conditions
• Evaluate patient function, establish treatment plans, and document care in the electronic health record per compliance timelines
• Design and fabricate splints or other assistive devices as needed
• Provide family and community education and participate in interdisciplinary team discussions
• Cross-train and provide coverage at other departments within Rehabilitation Services as needed
• Serve as a resource and provide in-services in areas of clinical expertise

Benefits

• Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of assignment
• Generous 401(k) match
• Substantial housing stipends
• 24/7 support and access to in-house clinicians