Acute Care Physical Therapist
Waynesboro, PA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care Hospital

Location: Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position in Pre-Screen Unit; candidates undergo clinical review for fit and compliance with guidelines before manager interview and final decision.
• May be required to float across county lines if patient care necessitates.
• Possible care of COVID-19 patients.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.
• Weekends and holidays as needed.
• Call requirements: None.
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty (Therapy/Rehabilitation).
• Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license required.
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system required.

Required Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC accepted).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification as applicable.
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke, etc.) as applicable per unit/job description.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for RNs (not applicable here but note for reference).

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually.
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required within 1 year of start, must be finalized prior to start.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• PA FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days.
• Education verification of highest degree required.
• Pending background check attestation required if any results are pending at start.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; PPD not accepted.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• COVID-19 vaccine, medical/religious exemption, or declination accepted.
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (Aya requirement only).
• Respiratory safety clearance required within 1 year of start, renewed annually.

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references within 3 years required.
• Most recent resume or employment application required.
• Annual skills checklist required.
• Facility-specific documents including photo for badge, confidentiality agreement, code of conduct, and health & wellness commitment must be reviewed and signed.
• Completion of required Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to start (for RNs and CNAs; verify if applicable).
• New hire orientation must be completed by end of first day.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Summary

This is a 13-week travel Physical Therapist position in an acute care hospital setting in Pennsylvania requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience, PA licensure, and EPIC experience. The role involves potential weekend and holiday shifts, floating across counties, and care of COVID patients. Comprehensive background checks, immunizations, and health clearances are mandatory. Candidates must comply with facility-specific documentation and orientation requirements.