Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Batesville, AR providing home health services where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Arkansas PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Home health experience preferred, including familiarity with OASIS documentation and homebound patient evaluation procedures. (Preferred)
• Experience supervising PT Assistants and aides in accordance with state practice act preferred. (Preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive PT evaluations, establish measurable goals, develop treatment plans, and document in required formats and timelines.
• Ability to consult with physicians and interdisciplinary teams and recommend adaptive equipment when indicated.
• Willingness to cover patients across multiple counties, including Independence, Sharp, Izard, White, Fulton, and Jackson counties.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Home Health.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift Requirements: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No weekends.
• Productivity Expectation: 30 points.
• License Requirement: Arkansas PT license.
• Counties Covered: Independence, Sharp, Izard, White, Fulton, Jackson.
• Mileage reimbursement policy listed by client. (Refer to recruiter for details.)
• Assignment Type: Travel contract. Start and end dates available through recruiter.

Location Highlights.

Batesville provides access to regional parks and outdoor recreation within short drives. Batesville is near the White River, approximately 15 minutes from downtown, and is within an hour of Ozark National Forest trail systems and the Buffalo National River, offering kayaking and hiking options. The city features the Batesville Historic District and the Riverside Arts District within walking or short driving distances, supporting an easygoing, small-city lifestyle with access to rural and outdoor adventures. Public transit options are limited; driving is common, and local hospitals and clinics are typically 10–30 minutes from residential areas, supporting a suburban-to-rural commute pattern.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one. Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by the recruiter.

• 24/7 recruiter support as your main point of contact.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• Housing and travel support options may be available. Details provided by recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join this travel PT role to gain clinical variety, professional growth, and the flexibility of travel assignments while supporting home health patients in Northeast Arkansas. A recruiter will contact you with more specific assignment logistics and documentation requirements.

EEO Statement

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.