Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Physical Therapist
- Discipline : Therapy
- Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital position, requiring BLS and a state license, with experience in diverse patient populations.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work in an acute care hospital setting with a primary inpatient focusProvide therapy services to medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncology patient care areasMonday through Friday schedule, 7 : 00am-3 : 30pm, with start time flexibility up to 8 : 00amOne weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required every four weeks, with a weekday off during the applicable weekEPIC is used for documentation, and related experience is required for certain unitsFloating may occur within any therapy service line within the hospitalNo floating to sister facilities is requiredResponsibilities include assessment, documentation, patient and family education, and safety and injury preventionPosition involves floating within the scope of therapy service lines as neededScrub color is black or greyRole is open to first-time travelersNo on-call requiredUp to 7 days of requested time off permitted within a 13-week contract, with no time off the first weekPermanent employees must wait 1 year before being eligible to return as a travelerStandard travelers may stay up to 18 months with a required 3-month break after the assignmentTravelers will receive parking information during orientation, with paid parking options availableModules and orientation activities are completed pre-startFacial hair must allow for proper fit testing if required\n \n Requirements\n
Current state PT license required; license required if applicableBLS certification requiredAt least 1 year of recent acute care PT experience requiredExperience with a variety of patient populations including medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncology requiredStrong communication skills necessaryEPIC charting experience required for certain unitsMust reside outside a 75-mile radius from the facility; local candidates not acceptedPending state license accepted for certain locations as permitted\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-624099. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.
