Home Health Physical Therapist
Alameda, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary: Therapy/Rehabilitation Travel/Contract Position

Location: Alameda, California
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 7 weeks

Job Description

• Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs to improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and correct disabling conditions caused by disease or injury.
• Build confidence and cooperation from patients, families/support groups, and healthcare providers through competent assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.
• Provide clinical supervision of assistants and aides.
• Serve as a clinical instructor for assigned students.

Required Certifications

• State License (Primary source online verification required within 30 days of start)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications may be required depending on position—verify with recruiter or manager.
• Tech Certification (National) – Required within 30 days of start as applicable.
• Venipuncture/IV Certification may be required for some roles.

Background Check Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including:

  • Social Security Trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
  • Nationwide Sex Offender Search (within 90 days of start)
  • Education verification (highest level achieved, not required if high school)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter (or equivalent checks if FACIS III cannot be run)
  • Motor Vehicle Report (required for all candidates at this facility)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated annually
• Pending background check attestations generally not accepted without facility approval.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start; must clear candidate for work.
• Fit Mask Test: Required within 1 year of start; annual renewal required. Exemptions and accommodations considered case-by-case.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap: Adult TDAP within 10 years required.
• TB Screening: Negative TB test (QGold, TSPOT, or PPD) within 90 days of start; annual renewal required. Positive responders require negative chest x-ray within 1 year.
• Immunizations:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Proof of immunity or vaccination required.
  • Hepatitis B: Series or signed declination required.
  • Varicella: Proof of immunity or vaccination required.
• Drug Testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law).
• Flu Vaccination: Required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30); declination accepted with mask requirement in patient care areas.
• Color Blind Exam: In-person exam required if applicable.
• Respiratory Safety Clearance: Required prior to start and annually (exemptions apply).

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable by profession.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam may be required for some units.
• Other competency exams may be required depending on role and unit.

Facility-Specific Documents and Training

• Candidates must review and sign facility-required documents prior to start, including:

  • Job Description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Request for Religious Accommodation Form (if applicable)
  • TB Questionnaire (within 90 days of start, renewed annually)
  • Epic Questionnaire (RN only, required for new candidates starting 11/3/2025 onward)
• Personal or Auto Insurance required for all candidates working at this facility (must be effective for duration of assignment).

Employment History and References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps; must include city and state of employment.
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Two professional references required for clinical, allied, and per diem acute care candidates; one reference for per diem non-acute care.

Notes

• All certifications and background checks must be current and verifiable.
• Religious and medical exemptions for immunizations and fit testing may be considered but require facility-specific documentation and approval.
• Compliance with all facility policies and procedures is mandatory.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable healthcare system providing rehabilitative care with a focus on patient mobility and recovery. Candidates should be prepared for thorough credentialing and compliance processes.