Home Health Physical Therapist
Durham, NC
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,529/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Description
Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a travel Home Health team as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
- Current, unencumbered North Carolina Physical Therapist license required prior to start.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC required.
- Experience providing home health physical therapy services required.
- Ability to perform patient evaluations and deliver skilled PT interventions per physician orders.
- Experience supervising and evaluating PTAs and Home Health Aides preferred.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and agency-required liability insurance required for home visits.
- Proficiency with basic computer functions, electronic documentation, and online training platforms preferred.
- Minimum 2-3 years of clinical physical therapy experience preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Home Health.
- Shift: Evenings, 5x8.
- Responsibilities: Perform patient evaluations, implement therapeutic services per physician orders, document patient progress, and participate in care planning and discharge coordination.
- Supervisory Role: May directly supervise and evaluate PTAs and Home Health Aides as assigned.
Location Highlights
Durham, NC offers a mix of cultural and outdoor attractions within short drives. The American Tobacco Historic District is in downtown Durham, a 5- to 15-minute drive from many neighborhoods, and hosts restaurants, theaters, and seasonal events. Duke University and the Sarah P. Duke Gardens are near central Durham, with the gardens spanning 55 acres and located approximately 5 minutes from Duke Chapel. Eno River State Park lies about 15–20 minutes north of downtown and provides 27 miles of trails and paddling opportunities along the Eno River for an adventurous lifestyle. The Durham Bulls Athletic Park is a short walk from central districts and offers minor league baseball games and community events within city limits. Research Triangle Park is a 10–20 minute drive depending on location and connects Durham to Raleigh and Chapel Hill for urban amenities, transit options, and employment hubs. The city provides a suburban-urban mix with bike lanes, regional bus connections, and a growing local food and craft brewery scene for varied lifestyle preferences.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay.
- Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
- Competitive Referral Bonuses.
- 100% Paid Housing Available.
- Travel & License Reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Durham, NC
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Durham, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Durham is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Durham experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 89°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are readily available in Durham, making it easy for travel nurses to find suitable accommodations.
- Durham is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system for easy commuting.
- Durham is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Durham offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, opportunities for sports enthusiasts, and plenty of outdoor activities including hiking and biking trails.
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