Travel Home Health Physical Therapist

Company: American Traveler
Location: Newton
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Newton, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Physical Therapist - Discipline: Therapy - Start Date: 05/03/2026 - 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: May 3, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist with home health experience for a float travel assignment covering the North Shore region of Massachusetts. Details - Home health setting serving patients in their place of residence across the Beverly, Marblehead, Salem, and Swampscott service areas - Float position covering the North Region scheduling area - Patient population ranges from pediatric to geriatric, with conditions including physical impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities resulting from injury or disease - Day shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM - Weekend rotations required once every 6 weeks - Uses Epic for electronic charting - 13-week contract Requirements - Active Massachusetts PT license required; MA Conditional Licenses are not accepted - Minimum 1 year of home health experience required - License required if applicable - All certifications must be from the American Heart Association (AHA) - Flu vaccine required; no religious or medical exemptions accepted - Ability to travel independently to patient cases as assigned - 2 professional references required for consideration Additional Information - Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients in their home, collaborating with patients, families, physicians, and allied health professionals to coordinate care - Timely and thorough electronic documentation and interdisciplinary communication in accordance with agency policies and standards of practice are expected - Local candidates residing within 60 miles of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston are eligible to apply - Parking is not validated at Boston-area locations; public transportation or paid public parking (approximately $17–$22/day) are the available options - Time and attendance tracked via UKG/Kronos - Any requested time off (RTO) should be disclosed at the time of consideration American Traveler Job ID P-691141. 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.

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