Travel Physical Therapist - $2,006 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a 13-week travel assignment in an acute care and outpatient rehabilitation setting in Spruce Pine, NC.

Details

• Day shift position, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Work spans two locations: a main inpatient campus and a Burnsville outpatient clinic
• 60-bed acute care facility with two outpatient clinics
• Rehabilitation team includes 3 PTs, 3 PTAs, 2 OTs, 1 COTA, and 1 SLP on day shift
• Patient caseload of 9–11 patients per day per FTE
• Procedures include therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, vestibular rehab, balance training, and gait training
• Available equipment includes PT modalities, a therapy pool, cardiovascular equipment, Biodex balance system, and a fitness center
• EMR: Cerner used in acute care; Nethealth Xfits (formerly ReDoc) used in outpatient
• Weekend rotation every 5th weekend; Saturday visits only for priority patients averaging 2–3 hours; no Sunday visits

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent PT experience required
• Both outpatient and acute care experience required
• Active NC PT license required (license required if applicable)
• Candidates must have active experience within the last 6 months in the role
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if the candidate is from Florida or Missouri)

Additional Information

• Experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, spine, manual therapy, vestibular, vertigo, or stroke rehab is preferred
• Team-oriented and outgoing personality is a strong fit for this unit
• Acute care dress code: purple (eggplant) scrubs; outpatient dress code: business attire or polo with khakis
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-725958. 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 - Outpatient

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.