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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Lexington, Kentucky.
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
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with home health experience for a 13-week travel contract in a home health setting, requiring Homecare Homebase (HCHB) proficiency.
Details
Home health care setting serving patients in their homes across an assigned coverage area
Patient population includes CHF, orthopedic, and pneumonia diagnoses
Daily point expectation of 6.5 points, with responsibilities including Start of Care (SOC), Resumption of Care (ROC), recertifications, evaluations, and routine visits
Charting is performed using Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
Schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with rotating weekend shifts (8am-5pm)
Holiday rotation is required
8-hour shift days
Requirements
Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required; new graduates are discouraged from applying
Home health experience is required
Proficiency with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) is required
Active BLS certification (AHA) required; pending certifications will not be accepted
Active state or compact (NLC) PT license required for the state of placement; pending licenses will not be accepted - license required if applicable
Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
A copy of a valid driver's license is required for consideration
Additional Information
Responsibilities include conducting SOC, ROC, recertification, evaluation, and routine home visits
A clinical manager or educator is available 24/7 for field emergencies and 8am-5pm for general support
Orientation includes approximately 2 weeks with a work coach, including supervised field visits; orientation totals 12 hours
Either scrubs or business casual attire is acceptable
A phone and tablet will be provided for use during the assignment
Local candidates are accepted for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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.
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Worksite address
lexington, KY, 40598, US
Who can apply
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