American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Alton, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 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 with weekday shifts, requiring at least 1 year of experience and BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Home health setting serving geriatric and middle-aged patients with no pediatric cases
- Daily caseload of 5-6 patient units
- Patient diagnoses include orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, pulmonary, diabetes, and other conditions
- Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with coverage approximately every 6th weekend and 2 holidays
- No on-call or floating to other facilities required
- Epic EMR is used for charting and Epic experience is required
- Responsibilities focus on providing quality patient-centered care and developing patient care goals
- No pediatric patients are served in this position
- Participation in a multidisciplinary team including other therapists and clinicians
- Orientation provided with a preceptor
- Scrubs are provided as the required attire
- Parking is available at the office
- No more than 7 days of requested time off permitted per 13-week contract, with no time off allowed during the first week of orientation
- First-time travelers may be considered after interview
- Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
Requirements
- Active state Physical Therapist license required at time of consideration (license required if applicable)
- Minimum of 1 year of recent physical therapy experience in a relevant setting
- Current BLS certification required
- Experience using Epic EMR required
- Strong case management, time management, and organizational skills
- Ability to supervise PTAs and work independently
- References from supervisors within the past 2 years preferred
- Eligible candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius from the facility
- No pending licenses accepted in Illinois; Missouri allows submission with pending license if requirements are met
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-639707. 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
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
