American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Philip, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: ASAP
- 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 2 years of experience and an active BLS certification for an acute care setting.
Responsibilities
- Work in acute inpatient, outpatient, swing bed, assisted living, and long-term care/skilled nursing settings
- Typical caseload is 6-8 patients per day, depending on department needs
- Treat diverse diagnoses including post-surgical, orthopedic, neurologic, sports medicine, and complex medical cases
- May be required to float between inpatient, outpatient, assisted living, and LTC/skilled facilities, sometimes seeing patients in multiple areas in a single day
- Team consists of 3 PTs, 1 PTA, 1 COTA, 1 OT, and 1 SLP
- EPIC EMR is used; experience preferred
- Work schedule consists of five 8-hour day shifts per week with flexible start times between 0700-0900
- Occasional weekend shifts may be required; no holiday shifts
- Primary responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients across multiple care settings within the hospital and affiliated sites
- Expected to reach full patient load and productivity by the second week after department orientation
- Expected productivity is 75%
- Department orientation is provided by the Director of Rehab and typically lasts one week
- Dress code allows any color scrubs or business casual attire
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- 30-mile radius rule applies for eligibility
Requirements
- Active PT license required; license required if applicable
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of recent PT experience, exclusive of clinical rotations
- Preferred experience in long-term care and skilled nursing settings
- Preferred experience with post-op and long-term recovery therapy
- EPIC EMR experience preferred
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-643269. 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.
