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Verified Pay check_circle $2,326 per week
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Plains, Montana

About this job

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Plains, Montana.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Physical Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: 09/01/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Sep 1, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist (or PTA) with at least 1 year of experience for an outpatient/inpatient position at a rural Critical Access Hospital.

Details

  • Critical Access Hospital setting with outpatient, inpatient, home visit, and swing bed program components in a rural community
  • Work across Acute Care, Outpatient Clinic, Rehabilitation Hospital, and Skilled Nursing Facility settings
  • Patient population includes orthopedic conditions (cervicalgia, low back pain, post-op cervical/shoulder/spinal surgery, spinal conditions, total hip/knee replacement), neurologic conditions (cognitive disorders, MS, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson's disease, post-stroke rehab, spinal cord injury, TBI), geriatrics, orthopedics, and cardiopulmonary/circulatory cases
  • Utilizes modalities including TENS, ultrasound, cryotherapy, and moist heat
  • Performs wound/ulcer assessment and management including simple dressing changes
  • Epic EMR experience preferred
  • Day shift options: 4x10 hours (0800-1830) or 5x8 hours (0800-1600)
  • Weekend rotation required every 3rd weekend
  • No on-call requirement
  • No floating to sister facilities required

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of experience required
  • BLS certification required
  • First-time travelers accepted only with 2+ years of experience in discipline
  • License required if applicable
  • Experience with assessment skills including body mechanics, AROM/AAROM/PROM, pain assessment, strength testing, and vital sign monitoring
  • Skilled in home exercise program development and patient/family education
  • Proficient in documentation including evaluations, discharge planning, plan of care, reassessments, and long/short term goals
  • Experience with equipment such as bed alarms, call lights, hospital/specialty beds, and gait belts

Additional Information

  • Responsibilities include evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized treatment programs to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore independence
  • Collaborates with providers and care teams across acute, outpatient, and long-term care settings
  • Local candidates accepted
  • No RTO restrictions
  • Guaranteed hours apply once call-off policy requirements have been met
  • Facility may accommodate block scheduling
  • Travel pairs accepted and can work the same shift

American Traveler Job ID #P-738357. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient

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.

 


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Posting ID: 1286549332 Posted: 2026-08-07 Job Title: Outpatient