Traveling Physical Therapist Lead (Home Health)

Mission Healthcare•Portland, OR

10d•$125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Mission Healthcare, a large home health and hospice company, is seeking a Traveling Physical Therapist Lead. This is a permanent, full-time W-2 position for clinicians who enjoy travel, flexibility, and making an impact across multiple communities. The role involves 13-week minimum assignments at designated locations, with company-paid housing, transportation, and travel expenses. The Lead Physical Therapist will serve as a clinical resource, promote best practices, ensure exceptional patient outcomes, and support operational and clinical excellence.

Requirements

Active Physical Therapist license in the practicing state or ability to obtain licensure in assigned states as required.
Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Physical Therapist; home health experience strongly preferred.
Current BLS and hands-on CPR certification.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively between assignments.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability and willingness to complete 13-week minimum assignments at various home health locations based on organizational needs.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary care teams.

Nice To Haves

home health experience

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assess patients' physical conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
Implement therapeutic exercises and techniques to relieve pain and improve mobility, strength, and coordination.
Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety precautions, and self-care strategies.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide holistic, patient-centered care.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.
Serve as a clinical preceptor and resource for rehabilitation staff across assigned locations.
Support mentoring, onboarding, and development of therapy team members as needed.
Promote best practices, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and patient satisfaction initiatives.
Adapt quickly to new locations, patient populations, and interdisciplinary teams while maintaining exceptional clinical standards.
Participate in case conferences, care planning, and quality improvement initiatives.
Assist operational and clinical leadership in ensuring consistent delivery of therapy services across multiple markets.