Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist - $2,327 per week

Job Description & Requirements American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in New Orleans, Louisiana. Specialty: Physical Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 07/20/2026 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: Jul 20, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with 2+ years of acute care experience for a hospital-based PT position focused on high-acuity geriatric patients within a regional referral center. Details Acute care hospital setting within a regional referral center Unit focuses on general medicine floors with a primarily geriatric patient population High-acuity cases common due to the regional referral nature of the facility Day shift schedule, 8-hour shifts (8:00–16:30, occasionally 8:30–17:00) 5 days per week, with approximately 4 weekend shifts per month; specific weekend schedule discussed during interview May float to other general medicine floors within the hospital 12-week contract Requirements Current PT license for the state of Louisiana required Current BLS certification required (AHA-issued) Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience required Acute care hospital experience required Must reside 65+ miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Additional Information First-time travelers will be considered for this position Any requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed and discussed during the interview process Candidates may be assigned to an emergency response team by their unit manager in the event of an emergency, with an expectation to remain on site or serve as part of a relief team until the event has passed Applying for this role indicates acceptance of potential emergency team assignments as directed by the unit manager Pay & Benefits Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Benefits include premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service and ensures a smooth, worry‑free experience for those starting or expanding their travel careers. Job ID: #P-724421. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler