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: Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health position with at least 1 year of experience and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Position is based in home health, serving geriatric and middle-aged adults with no pediatric caseload Common patient diagnoses include orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, pulmonary, diabetes, and other conditions Daily caseload consists of 5-6 home health visits per day Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with approximately every 6th weekend and 2 holidays required, no call duties Epic is the charting system used and Epic experience is required Position does not require floating to other facilities Scrubs are provided as part of the dress code Main responsibilities include providing PT assessments and treatments in patient homes, setting patient-centered goals, and supervising PTAs Work as part of a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering excellent quality care First-time travelers may be considered following an interview Return staff must have been away for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler No more than 7 days of requested time off are allowed per 13-week contract; no RTO allowed during the first week Onboarding includes orientation with a preceptor and required modules Allied travelers can stay up to 12 months and must take a 6-month break after, while standard travelers may stay 18 months and must take a 3-month break thereafter Large office parking area available

Requirements

Current PT license required for the state of practice; license required if applicable Minimum 1 year of recent, relevant physical therapy experience in home health BLS certification required Valid MO license or compact license required at time of consideration for Missouri; Illinois license required at time of consideration for Illinois Epic EMR experience required Demonstrated independence, strong case management skills, organization, patient-centered focus, and supervisory skills Must reside outside a 75-mile radius from the facility

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. 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.