Outpatient Physical Therapist
Lexington, Virginia
Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital

Physical Therapist (Outpatient) - Travel/Contract

Location: Lexington, Virginia
Contract Length: Up to 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Shift: Day shift, Monday-Friday, 4x10 hour days (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) with one random day off
Weekend Coverage: Required once per month (typically in acute setting)
Work Setting: Primarily outpatient clinic with some acute care responsibilities

Job Description

• Provide physical therapy services in outpatient and acute care settings
• Use of Epic electronic health record system preferred
• May be required to work one holiday per 13-week contract on a rotating basis
• Facility allows call off of 1 shift per 2 weeks
• First-time travelers and local candidates are not accepted

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Virginia
• One completed travel assignment
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Radiologic Technology Registration (ARRT)
• Experience in outpatient, clinic, and acute care settings

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID with an address within 100 miles of the facility required within 48 hours of signing
• E-Verify or attestation required
• Background check covering 7 years of history required within 1 year of start date (must include all locations lived/worked)
• Federal and state-level screenings (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG) required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• Education verification of highest earned degree required
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming freedom from communicable diseases
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series, positive titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination documentation or mask and declination form during flu season
• Fit testing for masks within 1 year of start, updated annually (if applicable)
• Photo for badge required (professional quality, plain background)
• Completion of facility-specific new hire paperwork and compliance checklists prior to start
• Orientation manual review and acknowledgment required before starting

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not accepted; first-time travelers are not eligible
• Monthly weekend coverage will be in the acute care setting
• Facility enforces a radius rule for candidate location relative to the facility
• Candidate must complete all required documentation and verifications within specified timeframes to avoid delays or cancellation

This position is ideal for experienced physical therapists with outpatient and acute care experience who hold or can quickly obtain a Virginia PT license and are seeking a travel contract in Virginia with a structured weekday schedule and limited weekend/holiday coverage.