Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Burn Unit - $2,127 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in New Orleans, Louisiana.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with burn unit experience for an acute care hospital position, working every weekend in the burn unit plus one weekday shift per week.

Details

• Acute care hospital burn unit setting with potential to assist in outpatient PT if time allows
• Patient population consists of burn patients with 0–100% TBSA burns presenting with pain, surgical dressings, and needs for mobility and positioning to prevent contractures and scarring
• Patient caseload ranges from 2–8 patients per day depending on season, with higher census during cooler months
• Schedule requires working Saturday and Sunday in the burn unit, plus one additional shift Monday–Friday (3x12-hour day shifts, 8:00–20:30)
• Must be able to float within the inpatient setting
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required
• Burn unit or inpatient acute care experience strongly preferred given unit assignment
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• Active Louisiana PT license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Supervisor reference dated within the last 12 months required for consideration
• Any employment gaps of more than 30 days must be listed and explained

Additional Information

• Primary responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of burn patients, with a focus on mobility, positioning, and contracture and scar prevention
• Opportunity to assist outpatient PT with evaluations and therapy as census allows
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Open to first-time travelers
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates
• Up to 5 days of RTO permitted for this assignment
• Former permanent employees of any LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-709061. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.