Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist assignment in Hyannis, MA in a home health setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life on Cape Cod. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active Massachusetts physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
- Current BLS certification required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
- Experience in home health care preferred. It is preferred that candidates have experience evaluating new patients, establishing measurable treatment goals, and documenting patient progress.
- Ability to administer diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests and to modify treatment plans based on patient response preferred.
- Experience providing patient and family education and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams preferred.
- Must be able to maintain documentation and comply with departmental policies, quality improvement initiatives, and infection control standards.
- For applicants seeking a Clinical Specialist role: documentation of specialist certification and related clinical leadership experience required (preferred for non-specialist roles).
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Home Health.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, standard full-time schedule (assignment duration: 13 weeks).
- Role expectations: Evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, perform re-evaluations, provide documentation, and deliver patient/family education.
- Patient population: Adult and pediatric home health patients.
- Clinical responsibilities: Supervise or provide guidance to PT assistants, aides, and students as needed.
Location Highlights
Hyannis offers coastal access and regional transportation options suited to a variety of lifestyles. The downtown Hyannis Harbor is within the village and provides ferry service to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, and the Cape Cod Rail Trail is approximately 10–15 minutes away by car offering 25 miles of paved, multi-use path for cycling and walking. The village is adjacent to Craigville Beach and Kalmus Park, both under a 10-minute drive, supporting coastal and water-based recreation. Cultural attractions include the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and the Cape Cod Melody Tent, each within 5–10 minutes, supporting a mix of historic and live entertainment options. Hyannis is a convenient base for exploring Cape Cod National Seashore (roughly 30–50 minutes by car) and provides a suburban coastal lifestyle with access to boating, fishing, dining, and seasonal festivals.
Standard Job Description
Organize and conduct medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Evaluate new patients, set objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcomes, establish appropriate treatment programs, and document interventions. Administer diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests to determine impairment and prognosis. Implement treatment modalities and re-evaluate patients, modifying treatment plans based on progress. Provide objective documentation, patient and family education, and communication with other caregivers. Assist in training new personnel and provide guidance to PT assistants, aides, and affiliating students. Maintain departmental policies, quality assessment programs, safety, and infection control standards. Participate in professional development activities. Maintain daily statistical records of patient activity and charges. Perform other duties as assigned. Provide service consistent with organizational values of compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff.
