Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Travel Physical Therapist Opportunity in Hardinsburg, KY

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist assignment in Hardinsburg, KY supporting home health patients. Provide assessments, develop treatment plans, deliver skilled interventions, and document patient progress to improve mobility, endurance, pain management, and functional independence. This opportunity is appropriate for clinicians with home health experience who want to work in a community-based setting while serving patients across a regional coverage area.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Kentucky Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Previous home health experience required, including use of HCHB electronic medical record.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience providing patient assessments, developing home-based treatment plans, and documenting progress in home health settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working for LHC or similar home health organizations. (Preferred)
• Experience managing a caseload across regional coverage areas such as Elizabethtown-Hardin County and Hardinsburg-Meade County. (Preferred)

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08:00 to 16:00 as documented by client schedule.
• Workdays: Monday through Friday.
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 32.
• Productivity expectation: 30 points.
• Coverage area includes Elizabethtown-Hardin County and Hardinsburg-Meade County.
• Mileage reimbursement provided between patient visits only, from first patient to last patient of the day.
• On-call and weekend requirement: no.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits available starting day one.
• Medical benefits and 401(k) plan options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Travel and license reimbursement options.
• Housing assistance options may be available.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide skilled physical therapy services in patients' homes to support recovery from injury, promote mobility, and manage chronic conditions. Collaborate with interdisciplinary home health teams to coordinate care and improve outcomes. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the HCHB electronic medical record to support continuity of care and regulatory compliance.

Location Highlights

Hardinsburg is situated within easy driving distance of regional attractions and outdoor recreation. The city is approximately 25 miles from Elizabethtown and about 45 miles from Louisville, offering access to urban amenities and medical centers. The area provides outdoor options such as Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest within a one-hour drive and nearby state parks for hiking, fishing, and boating. Commuting within the region is feasible by car, and the community offers a quiet, small-town lifestyle with access to regional shopping and cultural events in larger nearby cities.

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.