Travel Physical Therapist, Inpatient Rehabilitation - $2,187 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bradenton, Florida.

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 licensed Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of recent experience for a 13-week travel assignment at a Level II Trauma Center in Bradenton, FL, working Monday–Friday day shifts across acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Details

• Work setting is a 383-bed acute care hospital with a 28-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF), serving an average daily census of approximately 240 patients
• Therapy staff provides services across the entire facility, including the Rehab Services floor
• Patient ratios are approximately 4 patients/day on the IRF unit and 8–12 patients/day in acute care
• Specialized equipment includes two therapy gyms, Vector, LiteGait, and an ADL Apartment
• EMR system is Meditech
• Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; no night shifts
• One weekend shift per month is required, and travelers are expected to work every other weekend and holidays on a rotating basis with hospital staff

Requirements

• Active PT license required (license required if applicable)
• Active BLS certification required (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• Minimum 1 year of recent physical therapy experience required; allied candidates must have at least 6 months of experience within the last 6 months
• Willingness to work on the IRF unit is required
• Strong critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills required
• Hospital or IRF experience is highly preferred; stroke/neuro experience is a plus
• Candidates must not have gaps in work history totaling 90 days or more in the past 12 months
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration — Canadian SSNs are not accepted
• Two professional references required, as this position is in Florida
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible

Additional Information

• Primary responsibilities include patient evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning across acute care and IRF settings
• Additional duties include team conferences, family training, and adaptive device and equipment fitting
• A team of 17 PTs (full-time and PRN) supports the department
• Ideal candidates are flexible, collaborative team players who can adapt to varying patient care needs across the facility
• Scrub color for this role is not explicitly designated — refer to facility dress code guidelines upon onboarding

American Traveler Job ID #P-727368. 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.