Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Travel Physical Therapist Opportunity in Kansas City, MO

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Kansas City, MO where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Missouri Physical Therapy license or ability to obtain licensure prior to assignment start.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred. (Client preference.)
• Productivity expectation familiarity preferred: ability to achieve approximately 60 visits/week and manage a caseload of ~12–14 patients/day, including double-booking of follow-up visits. (Client preference.)
• Willingness to float to other clinic locations as needed. (Client requirement.)
• Open to new graduates and clinicians without prior travel assignment experience. (Client preference.)
• Ability to work a guaranteed 36 hours with expectation to work up to 40 hours in a week. (Client requirement.)
• OT hours require director approval before being scheduled. (Client requirement.)

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts with a guaranteed 36 hours per week and expectation to work up to 40 hours per week.
• Patient Population: Outpatient orthopedic caseload.
• Float Requirement: Must be willing to float to other clinics within the local clinic network as needed.
• Productivity Expectation: Approximately 60 visits per week; typically 12–14 patients per day with follow-up double-booking expected.

Location Highlights

Kansas City, MO offers a mix of urban and cultural attractions within convenient distances. The Country Club Plaza shopping and dining district is in the city and offers a variety of restaurants and retail within a short commute, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is centrally located with free general admission. Kansas City is approximately 40 miles from Kansas state line and about a 3.5-hour drive to the Lake of the Ozarks for boating and fishing. The city features the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District and several professional sports venues, including Arrowhead Stadium and Kauffman Stadium, supporting an urban, active lifestyle. Public transit options include KC Area Transportation Authority bus routes and the KC Streetcar connecting downtown districts, providing convenient commuting alternatives.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits typically include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, weekly pay options, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, paid housing options when applicable, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific benefit details will be shared by your recruiter during the application process.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join this travel PT opportunity to gain clinical variety and professional growth while working in a supportive outpatient orthopedic environment. A recruiter will contact you with assignment specifics and onboarding instructions.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians.