Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist - $2,707 per week
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$2,707 per week |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Brownwood, Texas |
About this job
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Brownwood, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting with at least 2 years of service line experience required.
Details
- Acute care hospital setting within the PT department
- Shift options include 5x8 Monday-Friday with weekend rotation or 4x10 Saturday-Tuesday
- Day shift schedule, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Patient population includes cardiopulmonary, geriatric, neurologic, and orthopedic cases
- Treats conditions such as COPD, CHF, MI, PVD, stroke, Parkinson's, dementia, and various orthopedic injuries
- Uses Allscripts charting system; Altera experience preferred but not required
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in the service line required
- BLS certification required
- License required if applicable
- Community hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in patient assessment, including AROM/AAROM/PROM, strength testing, vital sign monitoring, and skin integrity checks
- Experience with adaptive devices, assistive devices, and equipment such as Hoyer lifts, gait belts, and wheelchairs
- Proficient in documentation including evaluations, care plans, short and long term goals, and reassessments
- Knowledge of gait training, prosthetic training, and post-op rehabilitation protocols
- Strong time management and patient/family education skills
Additional Information
- Main responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, and discharge coordination
- Facility conducts its own mandatory drug screening upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with no exceptions for positive results
- Candidates must complete required lab work within 72 hours of accepting the offer or have a documented plan for timely completion
- Returning staff must have a 1-year gap since last employment with the facility to be eligible as a travel candidate
- Travel experience preferred but not required, and first-time travelers may be considered
- Local candidates are not accepted for this position
- Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the facility to meet local radius requirements
American Traveler Job ID #P-767068. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
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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