Travel Home Health Physical Therapist Case Manager - $2,881 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Oak Brook, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist - Home Health Case Manager with at least 1 year of recent home health experience to provide in-home patient care across a defined coverage area in the Chicago metro region.

Details

• 100% field-based, remote position within the Central Metro E coverage area (ZIP codes: 60630, 60618, 60625, 60646, 60659, 60660, 60657, 60640, 60613, 60614 and surrounding areas)
• Patient population consists of adult and geriatric general med/surg patients
• Current team census is approximately 200 patients
• Expected caseload of 6 patient visits per day within the assigned coverage area
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• OASIS documentation experience required
• Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
• No weekend rotation, no on-call requirements, and no holiday coverage expectations
• Supplies and equipment are delivered directly to the traveler's home

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent home health experience with adult/geriatric patients required; 2 years preferred
• Active IL PT license required (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Master's degree in Physical Therapy required
• Experience with Epic EMR required
• Experience with OASIS documentation required
• Proficiency in assisting patients with ADLs and adaptive equipment required
• Ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (RN, OT, Speech, etc.)
• Valid driver's license and active auto insurance required; candidate must provide their own reliable transportation to all patient visits
• Minimum 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN, dated within the past year
• Candidate's middle name or initial, date of birth, and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Approximately 2 days of on-site orientation held in Oak Brook, IL, covering EMR training and skills check-off; all subsequent work and meetings are conducted remotely or in the field
• Supervised by a nursing supervisor, manager, and team leads
• Floating occurs within the designated Central Metro E coverage area only
• Any solid color scrubs acceptable; business casual attire also permitted — no jeans or open-toe shoes
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restrictions
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position
• Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must have been separated for at least 12 months before being eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-708092. 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.