Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a travel Physical Therapist position in Summersville, WV working in a Home Health setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program, or equivalent entry-level degree in Physical Therapy.
- Current State Physical Therapist license in WV or ability to obtain prior to start.
- 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.
- Experience with durable medical equipment and ordering rehabilitative equipment required.
- Ability to perform home assessments and adapt equipment to home limitations required.
- Ability to perform prolonged standing, walking, heavy lifting, bending, pushing and pulling required.
- Ability to work flexible schedules and travel locally required.
- Previous home health experience preferred.
- Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Home Health
- Assignment Type: Travel / Temporary Contractor
- Start-End: May 2026 to August 2026
- Shift Name: Other
- Client requires ability to travel locally as part of job duties.
Location Highlights
Summersville, WV offers access to outdoor recreation and a small-town lifestyle. Summersville Lake is approximately 10 minutes from downtown and provides boating, fishing, and a 2,700-acre reservoir. The area is within a one-hour drive of Gauley River National Recreation Area and the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, offering whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and hiking. Summersville’s downtown has local dining and shops within short commutes, and regional access to U.S. Route 19 and WV Route 41 supports commuting to nearby communities. The setting is suitable for clinicians seeking a suburban/coastal-adjacent outdoor lifestyle with easy access to significant state and national recreation areas.
Role Overview and Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy services to patients across the lifespan in home health settings.
- Conduct clinical assessments and determine appropriateness for services.
- Develop, document, and revise Plans of Care, progress notes, and clinical records in accordance with agency and physician guidance.
- Provide treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic conditions based on referral and evaluation.
- Instruct patients and families on transfer techniques and safe use of mobility and assistive devices.
- Order and adapt rehabilitative equipment to meet patient and home environment needs.
- Apply infection control and universal precautions during patient care activities.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and accept assignments consistent with education and competence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous home care experience.
- Additional certifications or coursework in geriatrics, neuro-rehabilitation, or orthopedics.
Skills and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for therapy tasks.
- Commitment to continuing education and professional growth.
- Ability to work under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs.
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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
