Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,222 to $2,422 per week in Lexington, KY

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist providing home health care 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

• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Kentucky Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with OASIS documentation.
• Experience with HCHB or PointClickCare (PointCare) electronic documentation.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Minimum education requirement: Associate degree (client-specific).

Assignment Details

• Primary specialty: Physical Therapist.
• Facility type: Home Health.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: Monday–Friday 0800–1600 (client notes indicate Monday–Friday 0800–1630 EST schedule and Days 0800–1600).
• Weekend/on-call requirements: One weekend per month and one weekday on-call per week.
• Coverage areas: Madison, Montgomery, Clark, Powell counties.
• Typical responsibilities: SOC, evaluations, recertifications, ROC, agency discharges within scope of practice.
• Mileage reimbursed between visits from first patient to last patient.
• Floating to other facilities is not indicated. Follow facility assignment as directed.

Location Highlights

Lexington, KY offers a mix of urban and pastoral lifestyle options near well-known attractions. The city is home to the Kentucky Horse Park and the Keeneland Race Course, both within a 15–20 minute drive from downtown. Visit the Mary Todd Lincoln House and the Lexington Opera House in the downtown arts district, typically a 5–10 minute commute from central neighborhoods. Outdoor options include Raven Run Nature Sanctuary about 15 minutes west and the Red River Gorge Geological Area roughly 1 hour 15 minutes southeast for hiking and climbing, fitting an adventurous weekend lifestyle. The city provides easy access to I-75 and Bluegrass Airport within 15–20 minutes, supporting regional travel and commuting in a suburban-urban setting.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include full medical options, 401(k) matching plans, weekly pay, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific eligibility and start dates will be provided by the recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and gain flexibility and stability in travel contracts that support professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel assignments. A recruiter will provide assignment-specific details and next steps.

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.