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Home Health Physical Therapist
San Jose, California
National Home Health Services

$2,375-2,634/week

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Physical Therapist - Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Jose, California
Contract Length: 16 weeks (approximately 4 months)

Job Overview

Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Physical Therapist)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (5x8 hours)
Hours: 40 hours per week guaranteed
Patient Load: Minimum 23-24 visits per week required
Patient Population: Home Health, Wound Care, Geriatric Home Health Patients
Weekend Work: Not required

Required Qualifications

Valid Physical Therapist license in California
Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
Experience in a Home Health setting
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job Expectations & Qualities Valued

Patient care focused
Punctual and reliable
Self-starter with ability to complete charting efficiently
Charting must be completed onsite using provided tablet (no remote/charting from home)
May be required to travel to surrounding counties (details discussed during interview)
Locals within a 50-mile radius are eligible

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
Background checks including SS Trace, County searches (last 7 years), Nationwide, Sex Offender Registry, and annual federal exclusions (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
Physical exam within 6 months signed by MD/DO confirming freedom from active communicable/infectious diseases
Immunizations or proof of immunity required for:
- COVID-19 (vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption)
- Influenza (vaccine or declination form during flu season)
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or exemption)
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (proof of immunity or vaccination per birth year guidelines)
- Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
- Varicella (titer, vaccination, history of chickenpox, or declination)
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with special rules for past positives)
9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start
Auto insurance card required
Emergency contact form required prior to start
References: 2 professional references for travel/allied/per diem acute care roles (within 3 years)

Additional Information

Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate for travel between patients (not to/from home)
Free residential parking available
Dress code: Any color scrubs and closed-toe shoes
On-call is discretionary but not required
All required compliance documents must be submitted before starting patient care; compliance processing may take 2-3 weeks
Requests for time off (RTO) must be submitted with application; no additional RTO accepted after offer

This position offers a structured home health physical therapy role with a focus on quality patient care, predictable weekday hours, and comprehensive compliance requirements. It is suitable for clinicians with at least 2 years of clinical experience including 1 year in home health, and those new to travel therapy are welcome.

About San Jose, CA

As a Travel Physical Therapist in San Jose, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in San Jose is higher than the national average, especially when it comes to housing.
Wages are relatively high to match the cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 80-85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 45-50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available, but they may be a bit more challenging to find due to high demand.

Transportation

San Jose is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue.
Public transportation options include buses, light rail, and Caltrain for travel within the city and to neighboring areas.

Demographics

San Jose is a diverse city with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen count.
There is a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.

Things to Do

San Jose offers a variety of restaurants, especially with diverse cuisine options.
There is a thriving art and music scene, as well as opportunities for sports and outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports.

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