Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,326 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Louisville, Kentucky.Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of experience for a 13-week home health contract in the Louisville Metro area, utilizing Homecare Homebase (HCHB) for documentation.

Details

• Home health care setting serving the Louisville Metro area
• Common patient diagnoses include CHF, orthopedic conditions, and pneumonia
• Expected caseload of 6.5 points per day, including start of care (SOC), resumption of care (ROC), recertifications, evaluations, and routine visits
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with rotating weekend shifts (8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week
• Charting performed in Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
• Holiday rotation is required

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience; new graduates are less preferred
• Active state or compact (NLC) PT license required at time of consideration — license required if applicable; pending licenses will not be accepted
• Active BLS certification required; pending certifications will not be accepted
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include conducting SOC, ROC, recertification, evaluations, and ongoing patient visits in a home health setting
• A clinical manager or educator is available 24/7 for emergencies and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM for general support while in the field
• Orientation consists of approximately 2 weeks with a work coach, including supervised patient visits; no formal orientation hours are provided
• Phone and tablet will be provided for use in the field
• Scrubs or business casual attire are both acceptable
• Local candidates are accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-716172. 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.