Physical Therapist
Lake Hamilton, AR
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist role supporting home health patients in Lake Hamilton, AR. You will evaluate functional status, develop and implement physical therapy plans of care, document per CMS and agency policy, instruct patients and caregivers, and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals. This role includes travel within the agency service area and nearby partner agencies and may involve weekend rotation and observed holiday availability. You will provide supervision of PTAs and, when permitted by state regulation, home health aides. Maintain state licensure and complete required documentation and progress notes according to agency policy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Arkansas physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Home Health and OASIS experience required.
• CPR certification required.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Ability to complete evaluations and develop PT plans of care within state-specific guidelines and to report outcomes within 24 hours of evaluation.
• Ability to travel within the agency service area, including Malvern and Hot Springs coverage areas.
• Schedule flexibility to participate in weekend rotation and potential holiday availability as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HCHB (Homecare Homebase) electronic documentation.
• Prior supervision experience of PTAs and home health aides in accordance with state regulation.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 2000-0400.
• Weekly hour guarantee: 32 hours per week.
• On call/weekend requirement: No. Weekend rotation and observed holiday availability may be required to meet patient needs.
• Mileage reimbursed between visits from first patient to last patient.
• Coverage areas include Malvern and Hot Springs, AR. Travel within the agency service area and to nearby agencies is required.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Travel and license reimbursement.
• 100% paid housing available.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.

Impacting Patient Care

You will provide home health physical therapy services that relieve pain, restore or maintain function, and support patient independence. You must adhere to agency therapy standards of practice, complete timely documentation including progress notes and discharge summaries, participate in staff conferences, and access ongoing education to maintain clinical competency and state licensure.

Location Highlights

Lake Hamilton, AR offers a mix of lakeside recreation and proximity to Hot Springs National Park. Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine provide boating and fishing within a short drive, and Hot Springs National Park is approximately 15 minutes away offering historic Bathhouse Row and hiking trails. The area features local arts and dining in Hot Springs, and routine commuting to Malvern is typically under 30 minutes. The region suits clinicians seeking a suburban, recreational lifestyle with easy access to state parks and cultural attractions.

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.