Travel Physical Therapist - $2,780 per week

MedCadre is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Albany, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 17 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Physical Therapist (PT) – Acute Care (Days)

Location: Albany, GA
Start Date: January 5, 2026
Duration: 17 Weeks
Shift: Days (8- or 10-hour shifts)
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week

Position Overview

A dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist is needed to support the Physical Therapy – North unit within an acute care environment. The PT will provide therapeutic interventions to help patients regain mobility, strength, and independence. This role is ideal for a clinician with strong clinical judgment and a collaborative approach to care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to determine functional status and therapy needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focusing on mobility, balance, strength, and endurance.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and functional mobility activities.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and efficiently using MEDITECH 6.1 .
• Educate patients and families on treatment goals, home exercise programs, and safe mobility practices.
• Participate in discharge planning by assessing patient progress and providing recommendations.
• Maintain compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards of practice.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of physical therapy experience, preferably in acute care.
• Licensure: Active Physical Therapist license (eligible to submit).
• Certifications: Current BLS certification required.
• Clinical Skills:
  • Strong assessment and critical-thinking abilities
  • Proficiency in treating patients with complex medical conditions
  • Ability to manage a diverse caseload efficiently
  • Strong understanding of therapeutic exercise and functional mobility techniques

• Professional Skills:

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced hospital environment

   

• Care Setting: Acute
• Unit Type: Physical Therapy
• Division: Allied Health
• Shift Length: 8- or 10-hour shifts
• Cancellation Policy: 12 hours every 2 weeks
• Charting System: MEDITECH 6.1

Application Process: Please submit your resume to or Call . Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly to discuss the next steps.

About MedCadre

At MedCadre, headquartered in Irvine, California and serving healthcare organizations nationwide, we connect exceptional clinicians with world-class career opportunities while upholding the highest standards of ethics, fairness, and integrity. As a Joint Commission–accredited and ISO 9001–certified leader in medical staffing, we strictly adhere to healthcare regulations, ensuring trust and peace of mind for both our clinicians and partner facilities.

Guided by our core values; Results , Approachability , Care , and Emergency (RACE), we foster an environment where you can grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and deliver outstanding patient care. When you join MedCadre, you become part of a broad network dedicated to advancing healthcare, improving lives, and shaping the future of patient outcomes together.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace diversity at every level of our organization

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Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Health Care FSA
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Retention bonus
• Medical benefits
• Referral bonus
• Sick pay
• Weekly pay