Physical Therapist Home Health
San Jose, California
National Home Health Services

Physical Therapist - Home Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Jose, California
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 4 to 6 months (less experienced clinicians must do 6 months)

Job Description

• Provide physical therapy services primarily in home health settings.
• Patient caseload is measured weekly, with a minimum of 23-24 visits per week required to qualify for a 40-hour guarantee.
• Types of cases include Home Health, Wound Care, and Geriatric Home Health patients.
• No weekend work required.
• On-call duties are discretionary but not required.
• Territory may include surrounding counties; details discussed during interview.
• Locals within a 50-mile radius are accepted.
• Charting must be completed onsite using Kinnser/Wellsky systems; no remote charting allowed.
• Dress code: Any color scrubs and closed-toe shoes.
• Free residential parking available.
• COVID vaccination required; declination allowed for religious reasons. Flu vaccination declination allowed with proper documentation.
• Compliance documents must be completed before starting patient care; compliance processing may take 2-3 weeks.
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application; no additional RTO accepted after offer.

Required Qualifications

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

Desired Clinician Qualities

• Patient care focused.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Self-starter with strong follow-through.
• Efficient and timely with charting; tablets provided for documentation.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID).
• Background checks including SS trace, county searches, nationwide sex offender registry, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks (updated annually).
• Physical exam within 6 months signed by MD/DO confirming freedom from active communicable/infectious diseases.
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, declination, or vaccine series)
  • Varicella (titer, vaccine, or history of chickenpox)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or medical/religious exemption)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start (with specific rules for past positives).
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start (instant drug screen acceptable).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination form required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• COVID vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required.
• Auto insurance card required.
• Emergency contact form required prior to start.
• Professional references:

  • 2 professional references for travel, allied, or per diem acute care.
  • 1 professional reference for per diem non-acute care.
• Annual competency exams and skills checklists as applicable.

Additional Notes

• Mileage reimbursed based on IRS standard from first to last patient visit (not from/to home).
• Charting must be done onsite; no remote charting allowed.
• Contract length is non-negotiable for less experienced clinicians (must complete 6 months).

This position is suitable for physical therapists seeking travel assignments in home health with a focus on patient-centered care and compliance with thorough documentation and immunization requirements.