Physical Therapist - Home Health
Location: Grand Junction, CO
Start Date: 02-19-2026
End Date: 05-21-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (day)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour
Roles & Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive in-home evaluations, Start of Care (SOC), reassessments, recertifications, and discharge visits with clinical confidence
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based plans of care that improve mobility and independence
- Deliver skilled interventions including gait, balance, therapeutic exercise, mobility training, and fall prevention
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety strategies to support lasting outcomes
- Document all care accurately and timely in Homecare Homebase (HCHB) in compliance with Medicare and agency standards
- Communicate changes in patient status to the interdisciplinary team and participate in coordinated care planning
- Provide clinical oversight and collaborate with PTAs when applicable, following Colorado law and agency policy
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Colorado Physical Therapist license
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for in-home visits
- Ability to practice independently in a home-based setting and make sound clinical decisions
- Proficiency or willingness to learn Homecare Homebase (HCHB)
- Comfort with Medicare documentation and home health regulations (preferred)
- Experience with geriatric or medically complex populations and supervising PTAs (preferred)
Education
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong patient assessment and evaluation skills in the home environment
- Expertise in plan-of-care development and skilled therapeutic interventions
- Gait training, balance training, therapeutic exercise, mobility training, and fall prevention techniques
- Accurate clinical documentation and familiarity with Medicare Conditions of Participation
- HIPAA-compliant communication and care coordination within an interdisciplinary team
- Ability to manage caseloads, prioritize visits, and work independently in the community
Benefits
- Generous housing and travel support to make your contract comfortable and convenient
- Medical, dental & vision coverage options so you can stay healthy while helping others
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials up to date
- Paid time off to recharge between visits and enjoy Colorado scenery
- Professional development and continuing education support to advance your skills
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
- A supportive clinical team that values your autonomy, judgment, and home-health expertise
- Administrative coordination and tech support so documentation in HCHB is smoother
Travel Perks: Explore Grand Junction, CO
Grand Junction is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream: explore the dramatic canyons and scenic drives of Colorado National Monument, ride or hike the trails on Grand Mesa, and sample local wines and orchards in nearby Palisade. Enjoy world-class mountain biking, river activities along the Colorado River, local art galleries and the Museum of Western Colorado, and quick weekend trips to ski areas such as Powderhorn or to canyon country in neighboring Utah.
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