Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Tobyhanna, PA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Outpatient Orthopedics focus)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 18 weeks

Job Description

• Requires PA or compact PT license
• Schedule: Monday to Friday; ideally 3 day shifts and 2 night shifts (night shifts end by 7 PM)
• No weekend or holiday requirements
• No on-call duties
• Floating may be required to East Stroudsburg Rehab
• Preferred: 3 years outpatient PT experience; first-time travelers accepted with appropriate experience
• Skillset Required: Outpatient Orthopedics
• Skillset Preferred: Neurology, Hand therapy
• Charting system: EPIC
• Dress code: Pewter colored polo top and black/navy khakis
• Average weekly census: ~50 visitors
• BLS and CPR certification required

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA certified required for all clinical staff
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Required for certain units (verify applicability)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required if working in pediatric or ER settings
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required for L&D and NICU roles
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – Required for ER and Pediatric ER (TCRN accepted if TNCC unavailable)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – Required for L&D, must be AWHONN certified
• National Certification/Verification – Prior to facility start and upon expiration, as applicable
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement – Annual update required
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) – Basic Dysrhythmia exam required annually for clinical candidates (exceptions apply)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam – Required for RNs, passing score 80%
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam – Required annually for clinical candidates (exceptions apply), passing score 88%

Licensure & Background Checks

• Primary source verification of state license required prior to start and upon expiration
• Background checks required within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • Counties, States, Nationwide Criminal Search
  • Sex Offender Search
  • DMV check (if driving is essential)
  • Education Verification
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required upon hire
• Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Fingerprint Clearance required within 90 days of start (all pages must be submitted)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Search required within 90 days of start
• Pennsylvania PATCH and Medicheck Search Results required within 90 and 30 days respectively
• Education verification required for highest level of education

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 months of start
• Fit test questionnaire and respirator clearance (if applicable)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray (QGold, T-Spot, or 2 PPDs) within required timeframes
• Required immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (positive antibody titer or completed vaccine series; declinations not accepted)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel or 9-panel (without THC) within 60 days of start; observed drug screen required if dilute result
• COVID-19 vaccination or declination with required documentation
• Seasonal flu vaccination required for new candidates starting October through May (declination allowed only under specific conditions with documentation)

Additional Requirements

• Minimum of 2 professional references from employment within 12 months of start
• Complete employment application including 7 years of work history with explanations for gaps over 90 days
• Work history verification required for non-clinical and remote candidates
• Facility-specific documents such as photo for badge and affidavit for provisional employment required prior to start
• Annual updates and renewals required for certain certifications and health documents

Summary

This is a travel/contract Physical Therapist position in outpatient orthopedics with a flexible weekday schedule including day and night shifts. The role requires a PA or compact PT license, BLS and CPR certifications, and experience in outpatient PT preferred but first-time travelers with appropriate experience are accepted. No weekend, holiday, or on-call duties. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, and immunizations are mandatory. Charting is done in EPIC, and floating to a nearby rehab facility may be required.

Note: All certifications, background checks, and health requirements must be completed and verified according to facility and state guidelines prior to or shortly after assignment start.