Physical Therapist – Inpatient Rehabilitation
Waco, TX
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Position

Location: Waco, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide skilled evaluation and treatment for patients with physical, emotional, and cognitive deficits in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
• Design and implement individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and educate patients and families.
• Required to work one weekend per month.
• No on-call duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or related field.
• Relevant certifications required.
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated (default to standard PT experience; no conflicting data provided).
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention).

Immunization and Health Requirements

• Documented proof of two MMR vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted).
• Fit test required prior to or at start (annual update).
• Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination.
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31), exemptions accepted with mask requirement.
• Positive IGRA or PPD results with negative chest X-ray within one year, plus annual TB questionnaire.
• Documentation of two Varicella vaccines or immunity verification (no declinations accepted).
• Tdap vaccine valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted).
• Health statement or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.

Professional and Compliance Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID (must meet compact license address requirements).
• Two-step PPD or IGRA testing within specified timeframes.
• Resume/profile submission required.
• At least two professional references prior to first assignment.
• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days of assignment start; updated annually or after breaks in service.
• EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 90 days of start; rerun if break in service > 90 days.
• Clinical skills checklist completed within one year of start and updated annually.
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually or after breaks in service.
• Education verification within 90 days of start; must be rerun after breaks in service.
• Confirmation of assignment documentation required upon initial assignment and updates.
• Employment verification for past seven years; updated annually or after breaks in service.

Additional Notes

• Post-assignment evaluations and exit surveys may be requested but are optional.
• Legal documentation for name changes and badge photos may be required but are optional.

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist seeking a travel assignment in an inpatient rehab setting with a structured schedule and comprehensive compliance requirements.