Travel Physical Therapist (PT)
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_on3448, Yellow Mountain Road Southeast, Sherwood Forest, Garden City, Roanoke, Virginia, 24014, United States
About the Position
Join a home health team in Roanoke, VA as a traveling Physical Therapist with Jackson Therapy Partners. In this role, you will provide skilled physical therapy services directly to patients in their homes, supporting their recovery from injury and management of chronic conditions. You will be responsible for admitting patients, conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and documenting progress while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team. This position is designed for professionals who thrive in a mobile environment, requiring travel within the coverage area to deliver personalized patient care.
Impact on Patient Care
Your work will be essential in improving functional mobility and quality of life for patients in the community. By coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, you will support discharge planning and help reduce hospital readmissions. Your documentation and clinical insights will contribute significantly to the continuity of care across the service area.
Location Highlights
Roanoke is situated in the Roanoke Valley near the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail, offering a lifestyle rich in outdoor recreation. The city provides easy access to Mill Mountain Park and the Taubman Museum of Art, both less than 15 minutes from downtown. The region supports an active outdoor lifestyle with hiking, cycling, and river activities, offering a blend of urban amenities and suburban neighborhoods with a commute time under 30 minutes to many local attractions.
Hiring Process
Apply now to be contacted by a recruiter who will provide further details about the assignment and guide you through the next steps.
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3448, Yellow Mountain Road Southeast, Sherwood Forest, Garden City, Roanoke, Virginia, 24014, United States
Roanoke, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAdmit patients to physical therapy services in home health settings
- check_circleConduct comprehensive patient evaluations for injury and chronic conditions
- check_circleCoordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to support discharge planning
- check_circleTravel between patient homes within the designated coverage area
- check_circleDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients
- check_circleDocument patient progress and clinical outcomes accurately
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA
- verifiedActive Virginia Physical Therapist license
- verifiedPhysical Therapist professional certification
- verifiedBLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required
- verifiedMinimum experience admitting and managing home health patients requiring physical therapy services
Nice to Have
Experience in home health settings. Strong communication skills and flexibility in scheduling and patient visit needs. Dependable, patient-centered approach to care.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFull medical benefits starting the first daycheck_circle401(k) matching plancheck_circle100% paid housing when applicablecheck_circleMileage reimbursement between patient visitsTravel and license reimbursement
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist License, Physical Therapist Professional Certification, BLS Certification.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required; Master's degree in Physical Therapy required; Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required.
Frequently asked questions about Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners
What does a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners do?expand_more
A Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners is responsible for the following: Admit patients to physical therapy services in home health settings; Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations for injury and chronic conditions; Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to support discharge planning; and Travel between patient homes within the designated coverage area.
What are the requirements for this Travel Physical Therapist (PT) role?expand_more
Jackson Therapy Partners is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA; Active Virginia Physical Therapist license; Physical Therapist professional certification; BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required; and Minimum experience admitting and managing home health patients requiring physical therapy services.
Where is the Travel Physical Therapist (PT) role at Jackson Therapy Partners located?expand_more
Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners is based in 3448, Yellow Mountain Road Southeast, Sherwood Forest, Garden City, Roanoke, Virginia, 24014, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Travel Physical Therapist (PT) job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Jackson Therapy Partners has listed this Travel Physical Therapist (PT) role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Travel Physical Therapist (PT) role?expand_more
Candidates for Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Travel Physical Therapist (PT) role at Jackson Therapy Partners?expand_more
Key skills for Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners include Physical Therapy; Physical Therapist License; Physical Therapist Professional Certification; and BLS Certification.
What education is required for Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required; Master's degree in Physical Therapy required; and Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required.
What category does the Travel Physical Therapist (PT) role belong to?expand_more
Travel Physical Therapist (PT) at Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.