Travel Contract

Home Health Physical Therapist
Chesapeake, VA
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus

$2,644/week
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Overview

  • Start Date10/19/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Home Health

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,644/week

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Cancelation protection
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

Description

PT Home Health

Overview

  • Travel/Contract role in Chesapeake, Virginia.
  • Home Health Physical Therapist.
  • Schedule: Day shift, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
  • Weekend coverage is every 4th or 5th weekend for PT.
  • Mileage is reimbursed at IRS rate.
  • 6 to 7 weighted visits per day.
  • Contract length: 13 weeks.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Physical Therapist license in Virginia.
  • Physical Therapist (1 year of experience).
  • Physical Therapist experience within the last year.
  • BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association.
  • CPR required.
  • Will not consider candidates with any license or background hits.
  • Fit test required; PAPR is not allowed.
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start.
  • Proof of 2 references required.
  • Complete application/resume required.
  • Unit-specific skills checklist required.
  • Physical exam within 12 months of start.
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start.
  • Hepatitis B titer within 10 years or declination.
  • Varicella titer within 10 years.
  • Rubeola titer within 10 years.
  • Mumps titer within 10 years.
  • Rubella titer within 10 years.
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption required by 10/31 during flu season.
  • COVID vaccine preferred, but not required.
  • Government-issued photo ID required.
  • Vehicle registration form required.
  • E-Verify required for direct placements.
  • Fingerprinting required.

Preferred

  • Home Health experience.
  • MatrixCare or Epic experience.
  • First-time travelers accepted.

Additional Notes

  • Home Health and some other assigned groups require fully cleared fingerprint results before start.
  • Housing or lodging is not mentioned.

Employer

PRIDE Health

3.9rating(108 reviews)

59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

Anonymous
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Medical Lab Scientist (Allied Health Professional)
5.0rating

Pros

My recruiter, Preet, is always on top of things. She doesn't just abandon you after you start your assignment. The company overall is great to work for, offering competitive pay packages and assistance throughout the entire process.

Cons

None

Review of PRIDE Health on Sep 25, 2026

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.


Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


Fair Chance Employment

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.


Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.


Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.


Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

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About Chesapeake, VA

As a Travel Physical Therapist in Chesapeake, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chesapeake, VA is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Chesapeake experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 87°F and lows around 70°F.
  • Winters are cool with average highs around 50°F and lows around 32°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chesapeake, VA.
  • They can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
Transportation
  • Chesapeake is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include bus services operated by Hampton Roads Transit (HRT).
Demographics
  • Chesapeake has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's pollen count.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Chesapeake offers a variety of restaurants serving local seafood and international cuisine.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing, hiking, and water activities in the outdoors.
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