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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 20 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health assignment, requiring 1+ year of home health experience and active state licensure.

Details

• Home Health setting providing skilled visits for Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance patients
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
• Patient population includes med/surg, cardiac, ortho (hips/knees/shoulders), post-surgical, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, CVA, falls, weakness, Parkinson's, failure to thrive, respiratory, neuro, trachs, trauma, AKA/BKA, and ADL-focused patients
• 6-8 home skilled visits per day, with a minimum of 6 points per day (may increase at manager's discretion)
• 1-2 weekend shifts 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, including home health experience
• OASIS training preferred
• Cerner experience preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for home visits
• Proficiency with equipment including gait belts, walkers, sit-to-stand lifts, sliding boards, cervical collars, and wheelchairs required
• Skilled in ortho, neuro, cardiopulmonary, and documentation practices including evaluations, care plans, and OASIS assessments
• Must be COVID vaccinated or hold an exemption on file
• Flu shot or declination required, with mandatory mask wearing at all times while at work if declined

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, home exercise programs, medication education, and family/caregiver education
• Must recognize and report signs of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse
• Focus on safety and injury prevention during home visits
• Any solid color scrub permitted
• Locals accepted at the same pay rate
• Open to candidates without previous travel experience