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We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week contract assignment in an outpatient setting. The PT will provide high-quality physical therapy services to help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and overall functional independence. Approximately 20% of visits may take place in Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) , so candidates must be comfortable providing therapy across multiple settings.
The ideal candidate will have recent outpatient and homecare/home-based experience , along with previous travel therapy experience. Assignment Details
Monday–Friday, Days Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week Length: 13 weeks Setting: Outpatient , with approximately 20% of visits in Assisted Living Facilities Facility Work Week: Sunday–Saturday Missed Visits: May be made up on weekends Daily Stand-Up Meeting: 8:30 AM Monday–Friday Travel Radius: 50 miles from the facility Expected Weekly Mileage: Approximately 50–75 miles , but may vary Mileage: Included in the bill rate Patient Ratio: Approximately 6–7 patients Charting System: WellSky Responsibilities Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, transfer training, and functional mobility interventions Provide therapy services in the outpatient setting and Assisted Living Facilities as assigned Utilize homecare/home-based experience to effectively evaluate and treat patients in different environments Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical needs and outcomes Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility techniques, fall prevention, and safety strategies Maintain accurate and timely documentation using WellSky Participate in required 8:30 AM daily stand-up meetings Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, caregivers, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team Manage an assigned caseload while maintaining quality patient care and productivity expectations Complete required visits within the designated service area Maintain a professional appearance and comply with facility dress and safety standards Requirements Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program Required: Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the state of assignment Required: Minimum 2 years of recent licensed PT experience Required: At least 1 recently completed travel assignment Required: Previous homecare/home-based therapy experience No New Graduates Required: BLS certification Required: First Aid certification Strong clinical reasoning, communication, documentation, and organizational skills Ability to travel between patient locations within the assigned service area Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to different clinical environments Additional Assignment Requirements Clean, professional scrubs with closed-toe shoes are required COVID-19 vaccination and boosters are required Medical or religious exemptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the facility Travelers approved for an exemption will be required to undergo weekly testing , with testing handled by the facility Travelers should research and confirm suitable housing options before submission , as the assignment requires travel within the designated service area What We Offer Competitive weekly travel pay Housing and travel stipends Comprehensive benefits package Dedicated recruiter and clinical support throughout the assignment Opportunity to gain experience across outpatient and assisted living environments 13-week assignment with potential for extension
About the role
Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, transfer training, and functional mobility interventions