Travel Physical Therapist - $1,686 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bradenton, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Level II Trauma Center, requiring willingness to work on an IRF unit and strong critical thinking skills.

Details

• Therapy staff supports the entire 383-bed acute care facility plus a 28-bed IRF unit, averaging a census of 240
• Patient ratios are 4 patients/day on the IRF unit and 8-12 patients/day in acute care
• Equipment includes 2 therapy gyms, Vector, LiteGait, and an ADL apartment
• Uses Meditech EMR
• Day shift schedule, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Friday through Monday
• One weekend shift per month required
• Expected to work every other weekend and holidays in rotation with hospital employees

Requirements

• Active PT license required if applicable
• Active BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• Willingness to work on the IRF unit required
• Strong critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills required
• Hospital or IRF experience highly preferred
• Stroke or neuro experience preferred
• No gaps in work history equaling 90 days or more in the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Main responsibilities include evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning
• Participates in team conferences and family training
• Works with adaptive devices and equipment
• Best fit for flexible, team-oriented, and collaborative candidates
• Scrub colors vary by department, with clinical support staff wearing Caribbean Blue
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-766479. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Rehab

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.