Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,152 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Washington, District of Columbia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist with 2+ years of experience and Homecare Homebase/OASIS proficiency for a Washington DC-based agency.

Details

• Home health setting serving the Washington DC service area
• Contractors are assigned to a group of zip codes within the District based on staffing needs
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• May be required to float to cover another zip code as needed
• Uses Homecare Homebase (HCHB) and Point Click Care EMR systems for documentation
• Mileage reimbursed from first to last patient visit of the day
• Clinicians use their personal vehicle to travel between patient visits

Requirements

• BLS certification required
• DC license required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience within the last 7 years required
• OASIS-E experience required
• Homecare Homebase and OASIS experience required
• Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment
• Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment, supporting at least 2 years of experience within the previous 3 years
• Reliable personal vehicle with valid licensure and insurance required

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include home-based physical therapy assessment and treatment, including OASIS documentation
• Skills utilized include patient assessment, adaptive and assistive devices, body mechanics, pain and skin integrity assessment, home exercise programs, and patient/family education
• Works with patient populations including geriatrics and orthopedics, as well as cardiopulmonary conditions such as COPD and CHF
• Uses equipment such as gait belts and Hoyer lifts
• Local candidates within 60 miles accepted at a lower pay rate
• No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment; maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract
• Previous MedStar employees must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Manager interviews are not guaranteed

American Traveler Job ID #P-663062. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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.