Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,446 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Lihue, Hawaii.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• 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 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of home health experience for a 13-week travel assignment on the beautiful island of Kaua'i, Hawai'i.

Details

• Home health setting serving a primarily geriatric patient population (kupuna) in their homes on Kaua'i
• Patient cases include orthopedic (total hip/knee replacement, post-op spinal surgery), neurological (stroke, Parkinson's, dementia), and cardiopulmonary conditions (COPD, CHF, CABG, MI, PVD)
• Clinical responsibilities include evaluation, OASIS assessments, plan of care development, short/long-term goal setting, reassessments, and discharge planning
• Productivity requirement of 25 units per week
• Documents using MatrixCare
• Day shift schedule: 5x8-hour shifts, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Occasional floating to cover Oahu, Maui, and/or the Big Island may be required; all travel expenses covered

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent home health PT experience required
• Current HI PT license required (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Proficiency in geriatric, neurological, and orthopedic patient care required
• Experience with OASIS documentation and home health plan of care processes required
• Skills in gait training, adaptive/assistive device use, home exercise program development, and patient/family education required
• Ability to identify environmental barriers and perform home safety assessments required
• Closed-toed shoes required

Additional Information

• Scrubs in any color are acceptable
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Preferred skills include wound care, lymphedema management, acute care experience, and experience with MS, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injury, TBI, and NDT techniques
• Unique opportunity to work in Kaua'i, known for its lush landscapes, waterfalls, beaches, and dramatic scenery

American Traveler Job ID #P-709727. 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.