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: 02/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of acute care experience for an inpatient acute care hospital assignment.
Responsibilities
- Position is based in a short-term acute care hospital with primary focus on inpatient care
- Therapy services are provided across medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncology units
- Monday through Friday day shifts, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with flexible start time up to 8:00 am
- Required to work one weekend (Saturday and Sunday) during a 4-week period with a compensatory day off during that week
- Clinician may float within the full therapy service lines as needed
- No on-call shifts are required
- EMR system is Epic; experience may be required for certain units
- Primary responsibilities include assessments, patient/family education, documentation, and safety & injury prevention
- First-time travelers are accepted for this position
- Travelers must reside outside a 75-mile radius from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
- No more than 7 days of requested time off allowed within a 13-week contract
- No time off allowed in the first week of orientation
- Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as travelers
- Scrub color is black or grey
- Parking options and info will be provided during orientation
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year recent acute care physical therapy experience required
- Current state PT license required if applicable; pending state license considered for Illinois
- BLS certification required
- Strong communication skills and willingness to work with a variety of patient populations
- Experience with Epic EMR preferred or required for some departments
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-656435. 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.
