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Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
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Hours: 40 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a 13-week home health travel assignment in the Albuquerque, NM area, with a Monday–Friday schedule and no prior home health experience required.
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Home health setting serving patients within a 45-mile radius of Albuquerque, including areas such as Tijeras, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Bosque Farms, Los Lunas, and Belen
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Monday through Friday schedule with no weekend shifts
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13-week contract
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Caseload includes initial evaluations, progress notes, 30-day reassessments, and 60-day recertifications in accordance with Medicare and state standards
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OASIS assessments, recertifications, transfers, resumptions of care, and discharge documentation required within agency-defined timeframes
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EMR and OASIS documentation tools used; specific system not identified
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Position requires independent work with minimal daily oversight
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Graduate of a PT curriculum accredited by CAPTE, APTA, or CAHEA
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Current and active PT license in the state of practice; license required if applicable
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Current CPR certification
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Two years of clinical PT experience preferred; home health experience a plus but not required
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Basic computer proficiency with willingness to learn EMR and OASIS documentation systems
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Reliable personal transportation, valid driver's license, and personal auto insurance required for home visits
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Strong ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and work independently
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DOB and SSN may be required for consideration
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Responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized plans of care aligned with physician orders and patient needs
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Directly supervises PTAs and Home Health Aides in compliance with state practice acts
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Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members on treatment adjustments and patient progress
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Educates patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility, and adaptive strategies to promote independence and safety
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Applies ICD-10 coding for accurate and compliant documentation
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Periodically presents in-service programs and contributes to staff education initiatives
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Participates in QAPI activities supporting continuous compliance and clinical excellence
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Mileage reimbursement is not included; pay rates are all-inclusive
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Position is marked as quick start
