Home Health Physical Therapist
Roseburg, Oregon
Amedisys Home Health Care in Roseburg

Physical Therapist - Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: Roseburg, Oregon
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Provide physical therapy services in a home health setting with home visits and periodic office meetings.
• Average caseload: 5-6 patients per day, with 5-10 patients assigned daily equating to roughly 6-8 points per day (30 points expected weekly).
• Types of cases include Start of Care and Follow Ups.
• Must be willing to travel up to 75 miles from the home clinic, averaging about 100 miles traveled per week.
• Schedule typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (5x8 hours). Some positions may have a 4x10 schedule (Friday-Monday). Weekend requirements vary and should be discussed during the interview.
• No on-call duties required for this position.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Oregon.
• Minimum of 1 year of Physical Therapist experience within the last year.
• Experience in a Home Health setting.
• BLS certification required.

Productivity Expectations

• Weekly productivity target: 30-32 points.
• Documentation and travel time are factored into point system.

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

• Experience with PointCare and Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR systems is required.

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Must complete and maintain all required background checks, including but not limited to:

  • 7-year background check covering all locations lived/worked/schooled.
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG screenings.
  • Fingerprinting as required by state regulations.
  • State-specific background and registry checks as applicable.
• Required health documents include:

  • Physical exam within 12 months prior to start.
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
  • Proof of immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B.
  • Drug screening (10-panel).
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or documented declination.
  • COVID-19 vaccination series or documented declination.
• Must review and sign various compliance, confidentiality, privacy, and policy documents prior to start and annually thereafter if working consecutively for more than one year.
• Personal or auto insurance policy required, must be under candidate’s name or list candidate as a driver.

References & Work History

• Two professional references required.
• Verification of at least two most recent employers or last seven years of work history.

Notes

• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers.
• Mileage reimbursement follows IRS standard rate; compensation is from patient home to patient home, not including commute to/from first and last patient.
• Weekend and on-call requirements vary by location and should be clarified during the interview process.
• Candidates must be prepared to complete all required documentation and compliance training prior to assignment start.

This position is ideal for experienced physical therapists with recent adult home health experience seeking a travel contract opportunity in Oregon.