Travel Physical Therapist Home Health Job

Overview
Physical Therapist - Home Health (Travel - Temporary Assignment) in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. Start date 08/03/2026 for a 13-week assignment with guaranteed 30 hours per week. Weekly pay ranges from $2,165 to $2,286. Shift: Mon-Fri. Setting: home healthcare.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,165-$2,286 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 30 hours
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Monday-Friday
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Setting: Home health
- All-inclusive pay; no mileage reimbursement

Responsibilities
- Provide skilled physical therapy services within the legal scope of practice, including initial evaluations, progress notes, 30-day reassessments, and 60-day recertifications per Medicare, state, and agency standards
- Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care aligned with physician orders and patient needs
- Deliver skilled interventions and maintenance therapy programs appropriate to the patient's home-based environment
- Directly supervise PTAs and Home Health Aides in compliance with state practice acts
- Consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members on treatment adjustments and patient progress
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility, and safety to promote independence
- Prepare and submit OASIS assessments, recertifications, transfers, resumptions of care, and discharges within agency timeframes
- Apply ICD-10 coding for accurate and compliant documentation
- Participate in in-service programs and quality initiatives; support continuous clinical excellence
- Maintain infection control, safety, and HIPAA compliance; document interventions timely
- Contribute to interdisciplinary meetings and ongoing education; adapt to changing responsibilities
- Travel to patient homes within a 45-mile radius of the Albuquerque area as required

Requirements
- Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice (New Mexico)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from CAPTE-accredited program (or as recognized by APTA/CAAHEA)
- CPR certification (current)
- Two years of clinical experience preferred; home health experience is a plus but not required
- Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and work independently in varied patient settings
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency with basic computer use and readiness to learn EMR/OASIS systems
- Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and auto insurance for home visits
- Demonstrated compliance with Medicare/Medicaid Participation requirements and agency policies

Benefits and Support
- Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing clinical and operational support during the assignment
- HIPAA-compliant documentation guidance and privacy support

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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