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Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,760 per week

American Traveler

iconRapid City, SD, US, 57700

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icon8 October 2025

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Travel Home Health Physical Therapist - $2,760 per week at American Traveler summary:

This position is for a travel Home Health Physical Therapist working in the Southern Black Hills region of South Dakota, providing care to medically complex and orthopedic adult and geriatric patients. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and managing patient care plans in a home health setting, with day shifts Monday through Friday. Benefits include high pay, insurance from day one, housing allowances, and travel reimbursements, with no weekend or on-call requirements.

American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Physical Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 11/03/2025
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel
Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of experience for a home health setting, working with medically complex and orthopedic patients.

Responsibilities
  • Position is based in a home health setting serving the Southern Black Hills region and surrounding areas
  • Patient population includes adults to geriatrics with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, diabetes, cardiac conditions, orthopedic, neurologic, dementia, and general weakness
  • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including RNs, LPNs, OTs, PTAs, SLPs, aides, MSWs, and case managers
  • Schedule is Monday through Friday, day shifts, with no weekend or on-call requirements
  • Uses Epic for charting; EPIC orientation provided
  • No specific equipment experience is required
  • Orientation generally takes approximately one week and includes EPIC training and shadowing
  • No denim or sweatpants permitted; scrubs of any color or business casual attire are accepted
  • Office is closed on six major holidays
  • No local travelers allowed within 100 miles of the facility location
  • First-time travelers are welcome for this role
  • Free parking is available onsite
Requirements
  • Current SD licensure required if applicable
  • BLS certification required
  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required
  • Minimum 1 year of recent physical therapy experience
  • Proficiency in general physical therapy skills including evaluation, intervention planning, and medical assessment
  • Ability to develop individualized care plans
Benefits
  • High Pay and Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Weekly Payroll Deposit
  • Free Online CEUs
  • Generous Housing Allowance
  • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
  • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
  • Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-614710. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Home Health

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.


Keywords:

home health physical therapy, travel physical therapist, orthopedic therapy, medically complex patients, patient care planning, multidisciplinary team, South Dakota healthcare, physical therapy travel job, Epic charting, adult and geriatric care