Travel Physical Therapist – Orthopedic Outpatient
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Physical Therapist - Orthopedics (Travel/Contract)

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, day shift
• Start Date: November 18
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic
• Skills Required:

  • Orthopedics
  • AROM/AAROM/PROM and Strength testing
  • Post-op care for:

    • Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA)
    • Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)
    • Rotator cuff
    • Spine
    • Arthritis
    • Ankle sprain
    • Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome (PFS)
    • Low back and neck pain
• Experience: Minimum 2 years required
• Must have completed at least 1 prior travel assignment
• Documentation: Must hold a valid DC Physical Therapy License at time of application
• Certification Required: BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Dress Code: Business casual (no scrubs)
• Electronic Health Record system used: WEBPT
• Facility requires all employees to have the seasonal flu vaccine

Required Credentials & Compliance

• Licenses & Certifications:

  • DC Physical Therapy License (must be current and in hand)
  • BLS (AHA or ARC)
• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 90 days including all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
  • Federal, state, and county searches as applicable
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to start and monthly thereafter
• Health Requirements:

  • Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform job duties without accommodations and free from communicable disease
  • Negative TB test (IGRA or PPD) within 1 year, updated annually; chest x-ray if history of positive TB
  • Immunizations or titers for:

    • Measles (Rubeola)
    • Mumps
    • Rubella
    • Varicella
    • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
  • Tdap vaccine within last 10 years preferred
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept 23 - Mar 31)
  • Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana), updated annually for extensions or breaks in service over 6 months
  • COVID-19 vaccination strongly recommended; declination requires mask use for patient encounters
• Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license if driving is an essential job function
  • Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
  • Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education and license information
  • Skills checklist and competency exams as required, updated annually

Additional Notes

• Facility requires completion of specific orientation and safety modules prior to start
• Photo for badge must meet facility standards (clear, centered, no shadows, solid background)
• Must comply with facility-specific policies and documentation requirements
• No scrubs allowed; business casual attire required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized orthopedic outpatient rehabilitation setting with a reputable healthcare system in Washington, DC. Candidates must be experienced, licensed, and compliant with all health and background requirements.