Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a travel Physical Therapist assignment in Virginia Beach, VA, working in home health where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a coastal community. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Current State License as a Physical Therapist for Virginia or ability to obtain before the assignment start date. (Required)
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program, or equivalent degree. (Required)
• Proof of current CPR certification. (Required)
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and vehicle insurance. (Required)
• 1–2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting. (Required)
• Previous home health experience. (Preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge of durable medical equipment and ability to order and adapt rehabilitative equipment for home use. (Client-specific requirement)
• Ability to perform clinical assessments, prepare and revise Plans of Care (POC), document progress notes and phone orders, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. (Client-specific requirement)
• Ability to perform patient/family education, instruct on transfers and assistive devices, and provide treatments for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic diagnoses. (Client-specific requirement)
• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and perform prolonged standing and walking as job duties require. (Client-specific requirement)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally as needed. (Client-specific requirement)

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Home Health
• Assignment Type: Travel
• Start Date: June 2026 start window; assignment ends September 2026
• Scope of Care: All age groups; evaluate, plan, implement and document physical therapy treatment and POCs
• Documentation Requirements: Complete POCs, progress notes, and clinical record documentation per agency standards
• Equipment: Order and adapt durable medical equipment appropriate to home environment
• Collaboration: Work as part of an interdisciplinary team and consult with physicians as needed

Location Highlights

Virginia Beach offers coastal recreation and an accessible urban-suburban mix. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Boardwalk are waterfront attractions with sandy beaches and a three-mile boardwalk within the city. First Landing State Park is approximately 10 minutes by car and provides hiking trails and access to the Chesapeake Bay. Norfolk’s downtown and the Waterside District are about a 20–30 minute drive and provide cultural venues such as the Chrysler Museum of Art and live performing arts. The area supports an active outdoor lifestyle with boating and fishing on Chesapeake Bay, close commute times to state parks and urban amenities, and a variety of dining and entertainment options suitable for someone seeking a coastal, suburban lifestyle.

Additional Information

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