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Physical Therapist - Home Health
Medford, Oregon
Providence Home Health Services - Medford

$2,155-2,850/week

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Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Home Health

Location: Medford, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Physical Therapist for home health services in Medford, OR and surrounding areas. The position involves visiting up to 6 patients per day with a 1:1 patient ratio and standard productivity expectations.

Work Schedule

Shift: 8-hour day shifts
No weekend requirement
No on-call duties
No floating between units
No block scheduling available
Locals within 50-75 mile radius considered local

Experience & Requirements

Minimum 1 year of skilled home health experience required
First-time travelers not accepted
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required
Pending license accepted
Traveler must have own transportation
Facility requires primary series COVID vaccination plus one booster
Experience with OASIS documentation required (please note if no OASIS experience)

Facility & Work Environment

Type of Facility: Home Health
Attire: Any color scrubs allowed
Charting system: EPIC/OASIS
Parking: Free
Mileage reimbursement: IRS standard
Facility may call off up to one shift per pay period (every two weeks)

Required Qualifications

Valid Physical Therapist license for Oregon (pending license accepted)
BCLS certification
Skilled home health experience (minimum 1 year)
COVID vaccination (primary series + booster)
OASIS documentation experience

Additional Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
Drug screening: 10-panel within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
Immunizations and health documents required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
- Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer
- Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season
- COVID vaccine or declination
Respirator fit testing required annually (travel only)
References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within the last 3 years
Employment application covering at least last 5 years

Training & Competency

Completion of required WorkRamp modules (regulatory, specialty, and regional) prior to start and annually as required
Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
EPIC training modules completion required within a week of orientation

Notes

Prior travel experience is required (first-time travelers not accepted)
Traveler should be prepared for occasional travel radius up to 50+ miles for patient visits
Facility may have restrictions on guaranteed hours (may call off one shift per pay period)

This position is ideal for experienced Physical Therapists with home health expertise who are ready for a travel contract in Oregon.

Facility

Providence Home Health Services - Medford

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About Medford, OR

As a Travel Physical Therapist in Medford, OR here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Medford, OR is slightly lower than the national average, making it a more affordable option.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 85-95°F, while winter average lows range from 30-35°F, offering a mix of warm and mild seasons.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Medford, with options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.

Transportation

Medford is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Medford has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Medford offers a variety of activities including exploring vineyards and wineries, enjoying outdoor adventures such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking at Rogue River and Table Rock, visiting Crater Lake National Park, and experiencing local art, music, and dining at restaurants.

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