Travel Physical Therapist - Weekly Pay

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist to evaluate, develop, and implement care plans for diverse patient populations in an acute care setting. The role involves supervising PTAs and support staff, and collaborating with medical personnel to optimize patient outcomes.

The position requires a current state license, BLS certification, and the ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience (new graduates encouraged).
• Current BLS certification.
• State-specific PT license required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lean for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee PTAs and support staff.
• Bill within facility guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state PT regulations.
• Collaborate with medical personnel.
• Evaluate and modify care plans.
• Understand adaptive equipment.
• Document accurately using medical systems.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

PT board rules familiarity

Education

State license

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Role: Travel Physical Therapist, responsible for evaluating, developing, and implementing care plans for diverse patient populations in an acute care setting.

• Key Duties: Oversee PTAs and support staff, bill within facility guidelines, ensure compliance with state PT regulations, collaborate with medical personnel, evaluate and modify care plans, understand adaptive equipment, and document accurately using medical systems.
• Qualifications: Minimum 6 months of experience (new graduates encouraged), current BLS certification, state-specific license, and physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.

Skills & Knowledge: Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, and familiarity with PT board rules. Additional certifications may be required.