American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in San Jose, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health assignment requiring at least 1 year of recent home health experience and a current state license.

Responsibilities

• Home health setting providing services in various counties, with specific coverage areas determined during the interview
• Patient population includes home health and geriatric patients, including wound care cases
• Required to complete a minimum of 23-24 visits per week for full-time status
• Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• No weekend or mandatory on-call requirements; on-call may be offered at discretion but is not required
• All charting is to be completed onsite using Kinnser/Wellsky EMR; charting cannot be taken home
• Mileage is reimbursed per IRS standard from the first to last patient of the day
• Any color scrubs with closed toe shoes are acceptable attire
• Free residential parking available
• Responsibilities include evaluating and treating homebound patients, wound care, and documentation within the EMR system
• Tablet provided for charting, which must be completed while onsite
• Patient care and punctuality are highly valued, along with ability to work independently
• Initial orientation covers documentation practices and patient care standards
• COVID-19 vaccination required with accommodation for religious declination; flu vaccine can be declined with proper paperwork
• All requested time off must be submitted at time of application; no additional RTO will be accepted after offer
• Contract length is typically 4-6 months, with 6 months required for those with less experience
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius

Requirements

• Current state PT license with no disciplinary actions required at the time of consideration; license required if applicable
• At least 1 year of recent experience in home health and 2 years overall clinical experience
• Current BLS certification required
• Reliable transportation, active driver's license, and automotive insurance required
• Must provide proof of current CPR certification
• Completion of all compliance documentation prior to start date
• Ability to meet the minimum weekly visit requirement
• Must provide professional references and full work history for consideration
• Experience with Kinnser/Wellsky EMR preferred
• OASIS experience preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-633282. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Home Health

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