Travel Physical Therapist Home Health - $2,626 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in San Jose, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 16 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Home Health assignment requiring at least 1 year of home health experience and a valid state license (license required if applicable).
Details- Home health setting providing care for geriatric patients, including wound care cases
- Minimum 23-24 visits per week required to qualify for a 40-hour guarantee
- Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- No weekend shifts required
- On-call is discretionary, not required
- May be asked to cover surrounding counties in addition to primary territory
- Uses Kinnser/Wellsky charting system; all charting must be completed on-site and cannot be taken home
- Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate from first patient to last patient (not to or from home)
- Minimum 1 year of home health experience and 2 years of overall clinical experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- Current state license required in hand at time of consideration, with no license hits (license required if applicable)
- Current driver's license required
- Must have reliable transportation and insurance
- OASIS experience preferred
- Prior travel experience required
- Proof of current CPR certification required
- Date of birth and professional references required for consideration
- Ideal candidates are patient-care focused, punctual, and self-starters
- Tablet provided for charting; strong documentation skills valued
- Dress code allows any color scrubs with closed-toe shoes
- Free residential parking available
- COVID-19 vaccination required, with declination allowed for religious reasons
- Flu vaccination is optional but declination form required if not receiving it
- Compliance processing may take 2-3 weeks before start of patient care
- All requested time off must be submitted at the time of consideration; no additional time off will be accepted after an offer is made
- Contract length ranges from 4-6 months, with less experienced clinicians required to commit to 6 months (non-negotiable)
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius of the facility
American Traveler Job ID #P-743544. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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.