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 setting with at least 1 year of acute care experience and a current state license.
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Primary inpatient acute care hospital position with therapy services across medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncologyWork schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 30 PM, with flexible start time up to 8 : 00 AMRequired to work one full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) every four weeks with a compensatory day offCandidates may be utilized in any therapy service line and are expected to float within the hospital as needed, but not to sister facilitiesEPIC EMR is used throughout the facility; EPIC experience is required for certain unitsThis is a 13-week contract position at a short-term acute care teaching hospitalNo on-call shifts are requiredStart date restrictions and module completion will be discussed during the onboarding processRole focuses on assessments, documentation, patient and family education, as well as safety and injury preventionFirst-time travelers are accepted for this roleScrub color is black or greyParking is available for a monthly fee, with details provided during orientationPermanent former employees must wait at least 1 year before returning as a travelerTravelers may stay up to 18 months, requiring a 3-month break afterward; allied health travelers can stay up to 12 months with a 6-month break in serviceFit testing is required; facial hair policies must be followed for proper testing\n \n Requirements\n
Minimum 1 year of recent acute care physical therapy experience requiredCurrent state Physical Therapist license required (license required if applicable)Current BLS certification requiredExperience with a variety of patient populations including orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncology preferredStrong communication skills and desire to work with diverse patient groupsEPIC charting experience required for certain unitsNo local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radiusCandidates with pending state license may be consideredNo more than 7 days of requested time off allowed per 13-week contract; no time off permitted during first week of assignment\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-624100. 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.
