Travel Physical Therapist - $2,420 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Shelbyville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Shelbyville, KY, providing home health services to patients recovering from injuries and managing chronic conditions. This position requires completing SOCs/ROCs, routine visits, supervisory visits, and re-assessments while documenting in OASIS and HCHB.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Kentucky Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• Home health experience required.
• Experience with OASIS and HCHB required.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• OASIS certification preferred.
• Must be able to complete SOCs/ROCs, routine visits, supervisory visits, and re-assessments.

Preferred Qualifications

• OASIS certification.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 32.
• On-call or weekend requirement: No.
• Will be reimbursed for mileage between visits from first patient to last patient.
• Coverage areas include Shelby County, eastern Jefferson County, and Spencer County.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package beginning day one. Benefits include medical coverage, 401k matching, travel and license reimbursement, 24/7 recruiter support, competitive referral bonuses, and 100% paid housing availability when applicable.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide essential home health physical therapy services that support patient independence and recovery. Use OASIS and HCHB documentation to ensure quality outcomes and continuity of care across visits. Contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care in the community.

Location Highlights

Shelbyville, KY offers a mix of small-town and outdoor recreation within easy reach of regional attractions. The city is near Shelbyville Country Club and several local parks, and is approximately 30 minutes east of downtown Louisville. The area provides access to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail within an hour’s drive and to state parks such as Bernheim Forest about 25 miles away, supporting an active outdoor lifestyle and short commutes to urban amenities.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #447639. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

Why Vivian Health?

Be sure to apply via Vivian Health to increase your chances of landing your perfect job. Just complete your Vivian Health profileonce, and get access to thousands of opportunities across the country. Then keep up to date with your job application process and conversations with our easy to use app.