Outpatient Physical Therapist
Nantucket, MA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,296/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Location: Nantucket, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (approximately 17 weeks)
Setting: Outpatient only
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (4 shifts per week, 10 hours each)
Job Details
- Outpatient physical therapy position with shifts starting between 8:00 and 8:30 AM
- Shared housing provided at no cost
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapist license in Massachusetts
- Minimum of 1 year of Physical Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- FEMA ICS 100 Training (must be completed before onboarding)
Experience
- No explicit years of experience stated beyond licensure requirement
- No prior travel experience required
Required Onboarding and Compliance Items
- Professional license verification (primary source verification required; conditional licenses not accepted)
- BLS certification
- FEMA ICS 100 Training (must be completed before onboarding)
- Fit Test for N95 respirator within 365 days of start date (no exemptions allowed)
- Respirator Medical Clearance Attestation (if fit test required)
- MMR vaccination or proof of immunity
- TB test documentation within 3 months of start date (skin test or blood test)
- Health Statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 365 days of start date
- Criminal background check within 45 days prior to start date, including Massachusetts CORI and national sex offender registry checks
- Exclusion checks against OIG, GSA, MassHealth, and NH Medicaid lists within 30 days of start and annually
- Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state
- Two professional references within 4 years (minimum one supervisor-level)
- Skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission
- Confirmation of Assignment/POI form upon acceptance and for any extensions
- Education verification through background check company
- Social Security Number trace as part of criminal background check
- Candidate submission coversheet for initial assignment submission
Additional Notes
- Housing agreement form required if staying in provided housing, especially if there is a break of 35 days or more between assignments
- Fit testing cannot be done onsite; must be completed prior to start or at designated locations if extending assignment
- Positive TB test requires documentation of a negative chest x-ray (optional but recommended)
- Name change documentation required if legal name differs from credential documentation
This position is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist seeking an outpatient role with housing provided in a unique island setting.
Employer
Host Healthcare
266 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
My recruiter Scott McAleese is the best! He helps me find amazing travel jobs! Always available when I need him! Truly blessed to work with such an amazing company!
Cons
None
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Nantucket, MA
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Nantucket, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Nantucket is significantly higher than the national average due to its status as a popular summer destination.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows can drop to 20-30°F.
- Short term rentals can be challenging to find and may come at a premium due to high demand during the summer season.
- Nantucket is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and traffic congestion during peak tourist seasons.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and shuttles.
- Nantucket has a diverse population with a mix of residents and seasonal visitors.
- The age range varies, with a significant portion of retirees.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and sun-related conditions.
- Nantucket attracts a large population of travel nurses during the summer months.
- Nantucket offers an array of seafood restaurants, art galleries, museums, and outdoor activities such as fishing, sailing, and whale watching.
- The island also features public parks and gardens for leisurely strolls.
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