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Travel Home Health Physical Therapist
San Diego, California
San Diego Central

$2,297/week
Posted Yesterday
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PT Home Health

Location: San Diego, California Contract length: 13 weeks Employment type: Travel/Contract Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation

The job title is "PT Home Health," but the description labels the role "RN - Home Health." Verify the discipline with the hiring source before submitting a candidate.

Schedule

  • Shift: Day, 5 x 8 hours (8:00 to 17:00)
  • Hours: 8 per day, 40 per week
  • Guaranteed hours: Based on completed visits. 25 visits = 40 hours. Hours are guaranteed if 25 or more visits are completed.
  • Sample weekend schedules:
    • Wednesday to Sunday
    • Thursday to Monday
    • Friday to Tuesday
    • Saturday to Wednesday

Required Qualifications

  • Valid School Services (Physical Therapist) license in California
  • Physical Therapist experience within the last year (1 year of experience)
  • Experience working with Geriatric patients
  • Experience in a Home Health setting
  • Experience with OASIS
  • BLS certification issued by American Heart Association
  • Driver's License
  • Primary source online verification of State License 1
  • Tech Cert Verification (National)

Pre-Start Requirements

  • Background and compliance: Standard background check (7-year county search, nationwide search, sex offender registry), updated annually; EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, required annually
  • Identification and onboarding: Government-issued photo ID, valid passport copy, I-9 attestation, passport-style badge photo, employment application, 2 professional references, and skills checklist (annually)
  • Insurance and facility documents: Personal or auto insurance (kept current during assignment), auto registration, training content acknowledgement, and hand hygiene policy acknowledgement
  • Health documents:
    • Physical exam within 12 months of start (annual renewal not required)
    • Tdap within the past 10 years (declinations not accepted)
    • TB: negative PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 1 year of start. If past positive, annual TBQ and a chest X-ray within 5 years dated after the positive result.
    • Measles, mumps, and rubella: for candidates born in 1957 or later, proof of titer or 2 MMR doses at least 28 days apart (declinations not accepted)
    • Varicella: titer, 2 vaccines at least 4 weeks apart, or history of chickenpox (declinations not accepted)
    • Hepatitis B: titer or 3-dose series within 1 year of start (declination accepted)
    • 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start (instant drug screen acceptable; not required annually)
    • Seasonal flu vaccination (2026-27), required year round (declinations acceptable)
    • COVID: proof of vaccination or medical/religious exemption before start

Systems Used

  • WellSky
  • Tiger Text

About San Diego, CA

As a Travel Physical Therapist in San Diego, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in San Diego is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
  • Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows range from 45-55°F.
  • San Diego experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in San Diego, but they may be in high demand and require thorough research and early booking.
Transportation
  • San Diego is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue in some areas.
  • Public transportation options include buses, trolleys, and trains, providing convenient access to various parts of the city.
Demographics
  • San Diego is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the Mediterranean climate and proximity to the coast.
  • San Diego has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and desirable location.
Things to Do
  • San Diego offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, surfing, and beach relaxation.
  • The city also hosts various sports events and has numerous entertainment options, including theme parks and historic landmarks.
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