Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Overview
Physical Therapist (General) – Travel assignment in Hilo, Hawaii. Start date: 09/21/2026 for 26 weeks. Weekly pay range: $2,300-$2,404 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 5x8 Rotating. Setting: hospital-based acute care with primary coverage in ACUTE INPATIENT and ACUTE REHAB, plus secondary ICF/SNF Rehab.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,300-$2,404 per week
- Contract duration: 26 weeks
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Shift: 5x8 Rotating
- Setting: hospital-based acute care (inpatient) with rehab coverage
- Fast credentialing

Responsibilities
- Evaluate and re-evaluate assigned patients to determine PT needs and progress.
- Plan and implement ongoing therapeutic physical therapy programs as prescribed by the attending physician and/or consulting specialists; provide consulting PT services as needed.
- Deliver PT services in acute inpatient and rehab coverage settings; collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Document patient assessments, plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the Meditech EMR; ensure accurate and timely charting.
- Adapt treatment plans based on patient response and physician direction; monitor safety and therapy efficacy.
- Maintain availability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as necessary based on hospital operations.

Requirements
- Active Hawaii PT license by start date; applicants not currently licensed in Hawaii must apply upon acceptance of offer.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Minimum 6 months of work experience with adults in at least one of the following settings: acute care, rehab hospital, or SNF.
- Ability to work in an inpatient hospital environment with ACUTE INPATIENT and ACUTE REHAB exposure; eligible for ICF/SNF rehab duties as needed.
- Must arrive the Thursday before the start date to complete employee health requirements; failure to do so may affect start.
- EMR experience with Meditech is preferred.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing
- Nationwide assignments
- Extension opportunities
- Referral bonus up to $1,000

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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