Travel Physical Therapist (Home Health)
Washington, District of Columbia
MedStar DC Home Health Float Pool

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Potomac, District of Columbia
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Physical Therapy)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position requires 2 years of experience in Physical Therapy, specifically in home health care.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8-hour days.
• Ratio: 1:1 patient care.
• First-time travelers accepted if they have 2 years of homecare experience and recent knowledge of Homecare Homebase/OASIS.
• Charting system used: Homecare Homebase.

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Must be AHA or ARC certified.
• Maryland state license required prior to start.
• Other certifications may be required based on unit description (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) but not specifically for this role.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum 2 years of homecare experience.
• Familiarity with Homecare Homebase and OASIS documentation systems.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years.
• E-Verify and I9 documentation required upon hire.
• Education verification for highest degree as required by the position.
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana), updated annually.
• Employment application with 7 years of work history, no gaps.
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience in the last 3 years.
• Skills checklist required prior to start and updated annually.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease.
• Negative TB test (IGRA or PPD) within 1 year, updated annually; if history of positive TB, chest x-ray or annual questionnaire required.
• Documentation of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
• Tdap vaccine within last 10 years preferred.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• COVID-19 vaccination strongly recommended; declination requires mask-wearing during patient encounters.
• N95 fit test within 9 months of start, updated annually (client may complete on-site if needed).

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license required if driving is an essential job function.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start date.
• Photo for badge with specific guidelines (clear, centered, no glare, solid background).
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual.

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required within 3 years of start, passing score 80% or higher.
• Competency exam required within 3 years of start, passing score 80% or higher.
• Color blindness testing (online or in-person) required.

This position is ideal for physical therapists with home health experience looking for a travel contract opportunity in the DC area.