Home Health Physical Therapist
O'Fallon, IL
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: O'Fallon, Illinois
Facility: Amedisys
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Physical Therapy)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide physical therapy services in patients' homes and some assisted living facilities (ALFs).
• Average caseload: 5-6 patients per day.
• Types of visits: Start of Care and Follow-Ups.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (some locations may vary).
• Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 75 miles from the home clinic; daily travel approximately 50-100 miles.
• Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate (patient-to-patient travel compensated; commute to/from first and last patient is not billable).
• Productivity expectations: 30 points per week (points assigned based on visit type and activities).
• On-call requirement: Approximately 1 weekend per month and 1 summer holiday (varies by location).
• Guaranteed hours: No, but options to float to nearby clinics if patient census is low.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 full year of recent adult home health experience (first-timers not accepted).
• Current, valid Physical Therapy license for Illinois (license must be in hand; pending licenses not accepted unless imminent).
• CPR and BLS certification required.
• Reliable transportation and current driver's license.
• Agency-required liability insurance.
• Must be willing to attend periodic office meetings.
• Ability to use EMR systems: HomeCare HomeBase, Oasis, Outlook.
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate.

Compliance and Documentation

Candidates must complete and maintain the following prior to and during assignment:

• Valid Driver’s License/State ID.
• CPR/BLS certification (AHA, National CPR Foundation, or ARC accepted).
• Personal or auto insurance policy (must be current and under candidate’s name or list candidate as a driver).
• Background checks including 7-year history, sex offender registry, and state-specific screenings.
• Drug screening (10-panel).
• Physical exam within 12 months confirming good health and no communicable diseases.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella.
• COVID-19 vaccination or facility declination.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination.
• Completion of facility-specific compliance training, confidentiality agreements, HIPAA and privacy policies, and home health scenarios.
• Various state-specific forms and attestations depending on placement location.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must sign new supplier packets at the start of each assignment and annually if working more than one consecutive year.
• Fingerprinting requirements vary by state and must be completed prior to start where applicable.
• References: Two clinical references required; some states require two professional references.
• Candidates should be prepared for possible weekend and holiday on-call duties.
• Contract is potentially renewable or may lead to permanent hire depending on need.

This position offers an opportunity to work with a reputable home health provider in a travel capacity, serving adult patients in their homes and assisted living facilities within a defined territory in Illinois.