Local Contract Home Health Physical Therapist - $65 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract Long Term Care (LTC) Rehabilitation Therapist for a local contract job in Rutland, Vermont.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of experience for a 13-week home health/hospice travel assignment covering Rutland and Bennington County.

Details

• Home health and hospice setting covering Rutland and Bennington County
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with 2-3 weekend days per contract
• Uses McKesson EMR for clinical documentation, including visit lock-down, follow-up notes, and visit completion
• Responsibilities include OASIS assessments, plan of care development, and ongoing skilled PT treatment across a home-based caseload
• Caseload management includes coordinating with schedulers, supervising PTAs and PT students, and managing patient visit schedules dynamically

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience required
• Home health experience strongly preferred given OASIS documentation requirements
• Current PT license required if applicable
• Familiarity with OASIS documentation and federal/state home health regulations preferred
• Experience with McKesson or similar home health EMR preferred
• DOB and SSN may be required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include comprehensive PT and OASIS assessments, individualized plan of care development, skilled treatment, patient/caregiver education, and care coordination with physicians, nurses, and other rehab staff
• Clinician will supervise and direct PTAs, PT students, and home care aides in accordance with APTA guidelines and applicable regulations
• Role includes completing accurate billing and insurance documentation, identifying coverage inconsistencies, and notifying supervisors of issues in a timely manner
• Clinician is expected to participate in peer review audits, in-service training programs, and quality improvement initiatives
• Additional clinical duties may include health assessments (e.g., PT/INR, blood pressure) and procedures such as wound care and staple/suture removal
• Clinician will complete OASIS time points and coordinate with QI staff to ensure clinical note accuracy
• Local candidates are accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-721899L. 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.