Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,360 per week

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Lakeland, Florida.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 03/23/2026
• Duration: 20 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for Home Health with at least one year of experience and current BLS and state license.

Responsibilities

• Position is based in a skilled home health setting serving Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance patients
• Patients include med/surg, cardiac, orthopedic (hips, knees, shoulders), post-surgical, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, CVA, falls, weakness, Parkinson's, respiratory, neuro, trach, trauma, amputations, and ADLs
• Home visits required in the Davenport, Haines City, Lake Wales, and Winterhaven areas
• Typical caseload is 6-8 skilled home visits per day, with a minimum of 6 points per day, subject to adjustment by management
• Day shift schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with self-scheduling based on office needs
• Required to work 1-2 weekends per contract
• Laptop, MiFi for internet, and portable printers provided for remote documentation and patient management
• Documentation and scheduling managed using BayCare Forms, BayCare Scheduling, and Ace Timesheet systems
• Responsibilities include assessment, care planning, therapeutic interventions, education, and equipment evaluation in a home environment
• Duties include coordinating and documenting care, implementing home exercise programs, and instructing patients and families
• Team-based support with access to remote technology and equipment
• Solid color scrubs required for dress code
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Visits and work hours are self-scheduled for flexibility

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year recent home health physical therapy experience required
• Current state PT license required if applicable
• Valid driver’s license and reliable car for travel to patient homes
• Current BLS certification required
• OASIS training preferred
• Must be COVID vaccinated or provide approved exemption documentation
• Must have flu vaccination or submit declination with mandatory mask usage
• Experience with assessment, documentation, billing, equipment including gait belts, rolling walkers, sit-to-stand lifts, wheelchairs, mobility aids, and upper extremity prosthetics
• Competence in patient and family education, medication oversight, safety, and prevention of injury and abuse

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Home Health

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.