Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Provide skilled physical therapy services to home health patients in Demopolis, AL while working in a community-based setting. Perform patient evaluations and deliver therapeutic interventions according to physician orders. Supervise and evaluate physical therapy assistants and home health aides as assigned. Maintain documentation, communicate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, and evaluate the home environment to recommend appropriate safety or treatment modifications. Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and agency-required liability insurance may be required.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by relevant accrediting bodies.
- Current, unencumbered Alabama physical therapist license required prior to the start of the assignment.
- Current CPR/BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Experience providing physical therapy in home health or community-based settings preferred.
- Ability to supervise PTAs and home health aides, including evaluation and delegation of treatment plans.
- Familiarity with documentation systems and basic computer skills, including email and electronic charting.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required for home visits. Agency-required liability insurance as applicable.
- Two to three years of physical therapy experience preferred where noted by state-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous travel or per diem home health experience.
- Experience working with interdisciplinary home health teams and coordinating discharge plans.
- Experience supervising PTAs with knowledge of appropriate supervision intervals and documentation practices.
Assignment Details
- Shift: Evenings, 5x8
- May require travel between patient homes within the service area and occasional floating to other service locations as needed.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and responsiveness. Benefit offerings include medical plan options, 401(k) matching, paid housing availability where applicable, travel and license reimbursement, 24/7 recruiter support, and referral programs. Specific benefits available will be provided by the recruiter at time of offer.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Provide high-quality, skilled physical therapy services in the home health setting. Participate in plan-of-care development, ongoing patient assessment, and coordination with physicians to support patient outcomes. Deliver education and training to patients, families, and other agency personnel as appropriate. Ensure compliance with state-specific regulations and agency policies.
Location Highlights
Demopolis sits along the Tombigbee River and offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. Visit Bluff Hall and River Walk Park within the city, both within short drives from local neighborhoods. Explore nearby Choctaw National Wildlife Refuge for birding and trails, approximately 30–40 minutes away. Enjoy small-town dining, local festivals, and a low-commute lifestyle with regional access to Tuscaloosa and Montgomery within roughly one-hour drives for expanded cultural and shopping options.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 of our associates.
