Home Health Physical Therapist
Lakeland, FL
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of home health experience for a day shift position in a home health setting.

Responsibilities

• Work in a skilled home health setting serving patients with medical, surgical, cardiac, orthopedic, respiratory, neuro, and trauma-related needs
• Treat patients with conditions such as post-surgical recovery, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, stroke, falls, Parkinson's, amputation, and weakness
• Handle a caseload of 6-8 home visits per day, with a minimum of 6 patient points per day, which may increase at manager's discretion
• Days shifts, typically scheduled from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with self-scheduling based on HomeCare office needs
• 1-2 weekend rotations per contract may be required
• Use Cerner (preferred) and specialized documentation systems including BayCare Forms, BayCare Scheduling, and Ace Timesheet
• Equipment includes laptop, MiFi for internet access, and portable printer
• Responsibilities include assessment, documentation, patient and family education, developing home exercise programs, and use of various mobility equipment and devices
• Care for a diverse patient population, including those with complex conditions such as trachs and amputations
• Billable modules and annual training are required and completed pre-start
• Facility is smoke-free
• Return staff policy requires permanent employees to wait at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Scrub attire in any solid color is acceptable
• All time off requests (RTO) must be arranged with the unit manager on site after contract start
• Candidates may be required to float within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals

Requirements

• Current FL PT license or compact PT license required at time of consideration (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of home health physical therapy experience required
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required for home visits
• OASIS training preferred
• Experience using Cerner charting preferred
• Must be COVID vaccinated or have approved exemption form on file
• Flu shot required or declination with mandatory mask wearing
• Candidates must live at least 100 miles from the facility per the 100-mile radius rule

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