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Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio

Employment Type

Travel/Contract

Contract Length

13 weeks

Schedule

Monday to Friday
Day shift, typically 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (8 hours per day, 40 hours per week)
Hours may range from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM with flexible scheduling to cover shifts

Job Description

Full caseload with a variety of diagnoses
Outpatient therapy/rehabilitation setting

Required Qualifications

Valid Ohio Physical Therapist license
Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
Proof of E-Verify or Attestation
Background checks including:
- 7-year criminal history check within one year of start, updated annually
- Social Security trace, county/state/nationwide criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS Level 3
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated monthly or with each contract renewal
- FBI and BCI fingerprinting within 12 months of start
Education verification from an accredited program (Bachelor’s degree in Science in Allied Health Profession required)
Current certifications as applicable (see Certifications section)
Physical exam within 12 months of start, updated annually
Immunizations and health requirements:
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start, updated annually
- Proof of vaccinations or titers for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (no declinations accepted)
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (exemptions require facility forms)
Drug screening: 9 or 10 panel drug screen within last 12 months (not required annually)
Proof of 2 recent clinical references within one year of start
Completed employment application including 2 years prior clinical practice in acute care or similar area
Unit-specific competency exams required and must be updated annually (Medsurg competency acceptable for Rehab)
Skills checklist updated annually

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (ARC, AHA, or US Department of Defense)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required (ARC, AHA, or US Department of Defense)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as required based on unit
Other certifications as applicable to specialty and unit

Additional Requirements

Completion of facility-specific onboarding documents and policies prior to start
HealthStream modules must be completed promptly upon receipt during orientation
Photo for badge identification required
Auto insurance required for Home Health travelers (if applicable)
For candidates working in specialized units (e.g., Cath Lab), radiation badge may be required

Notes

First-time travelers are welcome
Must carry valid government-issued photo ID and licensure at all times during assignment
Background checks and credential verifications must be current and compliant with facility standards
Facility enforces strict immunization and health screening policies with no declinations accepted except for approved exemptions with documentation

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Physical Therapist outpatient travel contract position in Ohio.