Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital - $1,909 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Topeka, Kansas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Physical Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 09/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 5x8hrs Hours: 40 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an Inpatient Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital, requiring at least 1 year of experience and a Kansas PT license. Details Inpatient acute care setting evaluating and treating patients in ED, ortho/spine unit, Rehab unit, Tele unit, and Med-Surg unit Day shift schedule, 40 hours per week, either 7:00-15:30 or 8:00-16:30 3 weekend days required per 6-week schedule 1:1 patient ratio Epic charting system preferred Requirements Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required Current BLS certification required Kansas PT license required if applicable Experience with acute care and rehabilitation hospital settings preferred Skilled in adaptive and assistive devices, AROM/AAROM/PROM, pain assessment, strength testing, and vital sign monitoring Proficient in documentation including assessments, evaluations, discharge planning, and care goals Experience with equipment such as Hoyer lifts, gait belts, sliding boards, and specialty beds preferred Experience treating orthopedic, neurologic, and geriatric patient populations preferred Additional Information Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients across multiple units including ED, ortho/spine, rehab, telemetry, and med-surg Travelers will float to like units within scope as needed, with brief orientation provided Orientation includes onsite completion of required training modules First-time travelers will be considered for this position Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as locals are not accepted American Traveler Job ID P-749609. Pay package is based on 8 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 - 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.