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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sarasota, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Physical Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 20 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
Length: 20 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health assignment, requiring 1+ years of home health experience and a valid driver's license for patient visits.
Details
Home Health setting providing skilled visits for Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Commercial insurance patients
Patient population includes med/surg, cardiac, ortho, post-surgical, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, CVA, falls, weakness, Parkinson's, failure to thrive, neuro, trachs, trauma, and amputee patients
Caseload of 6-8 home visits per day (minimum of 6 points daily, may increase at manager's discretion)
Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
1-2 weekends required per contract
Uses BayCare Forms, BayCare Scheduling, and Ace Timesheet documentation systems
Laptop, MiFi, and portable printer provided for documentation and connectivity
Requirements
Active state PT license required if applicable
BLS certification required
Minimum 1 year of experience required
Home health experience required
OASIS training preferred
Cerner experience preferred
Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required for home visits
Proficiency with equipment including gait belts, walkers, sliding boards, collars, wheelchairs, and supplemental oxygen devices
Experience with ortho, neuro, and cardiopulmonary patient populations
Documentation skills including assessments, evaluations, plans of care, and OASIS
Additional Information
Responsibilities include patient assessment, home exercise programs, family education, and safety/injury prevention instruction
Must be able to identify and report signs of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse
Billing knowledge across Commercial, Medicare A, Private Pay, and Workers' Compensation required
Must be COVID vaccinated or provide exemption documentation
Flu shot or declination required, with mandatory masking if declined
Any solid color scrub accepted for dress code
Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
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
sarasota, FL, 34243, US
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