Physical Therapist - Home Health
Silver Spring, MD
Olaro
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,327/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Description
Physical Therapist - Home Health
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Provide physical therapy services in home health settings covering Montgomery and upper Prince George's County areas.
- Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (40 hours/week).
- Caseload: Adult health care patients, approximately 6 visits per day.
- First-time travel therapists are accepted.
- Local candidates within the same metropolitan area are eligible.
- No weekend work required.
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapist license in Maryland.
- Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience, including experience within the last year.
- Experience working with adult patients.
- Experience in a home health setting.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Additional Requirements
- Fingerprinting: Maryland CJIS/DSS/FBI fingerprint results required for behavioral health units; must be completed in Maryland with results available before start.
- Facility is smoke/nicotine free; no exceptions.
- Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (recent, professional attire, neutral background).
- Candidates must comply with facility-specific forms including privacy act, CPS form notarization, and tobacco-free workplace acknowledgment.
- Candidates must be clean-shaven for fit testing unless approved for PAPR use.
- Background checks include EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG verifications updated every contract renewal.
- National certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, CPI, and others are not required for this role unless specified by specialty or unit.
Work Environment
- Home health setting with travel to patient residences in specified counties.
- No on-call or weekend shifts required.
- Facility enforces strict compliance with health and safety protocols including immunizations, drug testing, and fit testing.
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and physical therapists considering this travel home health contract position in Maryland.
Employer
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Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied health
professionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped clinicians
expand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, career
goals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offer
competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiences
that build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlined
onboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guide
by your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, or
achieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help you
thrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.
About Silver Spring, MD
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Silver Spring, MD here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average high: 86°F, average low: 66°F.
- Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 27°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through rental websites.
- Car friendly with good road infrastructure, limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma.
- Silver Spring has a large population of travel nurses due to its proximity to major healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and access to outdoor recreational areas like parks and hiking trails.
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