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Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care & Inpatient Rehab - $2,027 per week

$2,027 per week

American Traveler

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Independence, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Physical Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
  • Hours: 40 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
  • Length: 12 weeks
  • Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a 12-week travel assignment in an acute care and inpatient rehab setting in Independence, MO.

Details

  • 285-bed acute care hospital with a 16-bed inpatient rehab unit
  • Physical Therapy department covering both acute care and inpatient rehab
  • Patient ratios: 12:1 in acute care, 4-5:1 in inpatient rehab
  • Rehab tech support available on unit
  • Safe patient handling equipment and standard rehab equipment provided
  • Meditech used for documentation
  • Schedule: 5 eight-hour days, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, with 1 weekend every 6 weeks
  • Flex days off available when working a weekend
  • No on-call requirements
  • May be required to float between acute care and rehab

Requirements

  • Active PT license required (Missouri license required if applicable)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist
  • Must have active practice within the last 6 months in the PT role
  • Acute care and/or inpatient rehab experience required
  • Experience with Meditech preferred
  • Two professional references required for Missouri placements
  • US SSN and DOB required for consideration
  • No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

  • Primary responsibilities include patient evaluations and treatments across acute care and inpatient rehab settings
  • Eggplant-colored scrubs are required
  • Department recognizes staff through an Employee of the Month program and a hospital-wide Sunflower Award
  • Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible
  • This is a 12-week travel contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-721676. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.

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