Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,806 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in St. Joseph, Missouri.Job Description & Requirements * Specialty: Physical Therapist * Discipline: Therapy * Start Date: 09/07/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: TravelAssignment Overview * Shift: Days, 5x8hrs * Hours: 40 hrs/wk * Start Date: Sep 7, 2026 * Length: 13 weeks * Openings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health assignment, requiring a minimum of 1 year of home health experience and a DPT.Details * Home Health setting covering 13 counties, with team rotation weekly through the furthest service areas * Counties served include Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, Dekalb, Gentry, Harrison, Holt, Platte, and Worth * Fewer patients scheduled on days with high mileage or long travel times * Shift options include 5x8 Days (0800-1630) or 4x10s if preferred * Call required approximately 1 Sunday every 5 weeks * Every 5th week includes working Saturday and Sunday for admits, with 2 weekdays off in exchange * Uses Epic for chartingRequirements * Minimum 1 year of experience required, with home health experience specifically required * Current BLS certification required * Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) required * State license required if applicable * Epic charting experience preferred * Previous travel experience preferred * Skilled in patient assessment, including AROM/AAROM/PROM, strength testing, vital sign monitoring, and skin integrity checks * Experience with adaptive and assistive devices, including Hoyer lifts, walkers, and wheelchairs * Knowledge of OASIS documentation, care planning, and RUG levels * Experience treating cardiopulmonary, neurologic, and orthopedic conditions preferred * Familiarity with home exercise programs and patient/family educationAdditional Information * Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing plans of care, and performing start-of-care (SOC) assessments independently * Provides skilled therapy services in patients' homes across a wide geographic area * Scrub requirements: no print, black, grey, or khaki pants with polo or scrub top * Local candidates accepted at the same rate * Traveler's permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility for travel rate eligibility * Previous employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler * Orientation includes required training modules completed through MyPath * RTO must be submitted at time of consideration * Pending state licenses will be considered, provided the license is active and in-hand prior to the start dateAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-716710. 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 HealthAbout American TravelerWith 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. -