Physical Therapist - Home Health
Walla Walla, Washington
Providence at Home with Compassus Home Health in Walla Walla

Physical Therapist - Home Health

Location: Walla Walla, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Specialty: Home Health Physical Therapy
• Minimum 1 year recent experience required
• OASIS and HCHB EMR experience required
• Average caseload: 5-7 patients per day (to be confirmed during interview)
• Guaranteed 30 visits weekly with a 40-hour weekly guarantee
• All charting must be completed by 9 AM the following morning
• Patient population primarily geriatric
• First-time travel therapists not accepted
• Territory covers up to a 60-mile radius from the office/hub
• Locals accepted at travel pay rate
• Timely documentation and communication required
• Dress code: Scrubs (any color), no jeans
• iPad provided for work; cell phone use not allowed during visits
• Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Washington
• Minimum 1 year of recent Physical Therapist experience within the last year
• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR system

Compliance and Background Requirements

• Background checks within 90 days of start, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
  • FACIS Level 1
  • Nationwide Sex Offender
  • Motor Vehicle Records/Driver’s Record
  • Education verification
  • Work history verification (7 years)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM checks within 90 days of start
• HHS/OIG checks within 90 days of start
• Fingerprinting required for candidates who have not lived in Washington for the past 3 years (completed on-site)
• State-specific criminal history and employability status checks as applicable
• Employment application with full 7 years of work history, no gaps
• Two professional references within 2 years of start

Certifications and Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (updated annually)
• State license primary source verification within 90 days of start and upon expiration
• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Competency exam as applicable to specialty

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within last 12 months (not required annually)
• Fit test for N95 mask (no preferred model)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start (chest X-ray within 5 years if positive PPD)
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Flu vaccine or facility-specific declination form required during flu season
• COVID vaccination or facility-specific declination required
• 9-panel drug screen within last 12 months (instant acceptable)

Additional Requirements

• Proof of current auto insurance required due to driving responsibilities
• Must complete facility-specific acceptable use policy prior to start
• Must complete facility-specific flu and COVID declination statement if declining vaccines

Notes

• Prior travel experience is required; first-time travelers are not accepted for this position.
• Timely and accurate documentation is critical.
• Professional appearance and adherence to policies are mandatory.