Travel Physical Therapist - $2,138 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Physical Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 10/30/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Acute Care Location: Austin, TX Facility: Heart Hospital of Austin Address: 3801 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78756 Department: 76268 Discipline: Physical Therapist (PT) Contract: 13 Weeks Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Schedule: Monday–Friday with rotating weekends every 3–4 weekends Call: None Openings: 1 EMR: Meditech Texas State License: Required Position Overview Heart Hospital of Austin is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week acute care travel assignment. The ideal candidate will have strong acute care experience , with ICU/CCU and acute cardiac care experience highly preferred . The PT may be the only physical therapist working on weekends , so the ability to work independently, prioritize patient needs, and coordinate effectively with the multidisciplinary care team is essential. Required Qualifications Active Texas PT license Acute care physical therapy experience ICU/CCU experience required Ability to work independently and manage weekend coverage Strong communication and coordination skills Excellent time management and attendance Patient-focused and safety-conscious approach Preferred Qualifications Acute cardiac care experience Wound care experience/certification preferred but not required Experience with cardiac surgery and complex cardiac patients Facility & Unit Information 72-bed Heart Hospital Located across Floors 1–3 Staff includes: 2 Full-Time PTs 1 OT PRN Speech Therapist The unit provides care for complex cardiac patients, including: Open-heart procedures TAVR LVAD implantation Work Environment This is a small, supportive hospital environment with excellent communication between therapy, nursing, physicians, case management, and other clinical teams. The therapy team has highly experienced staff, including PTs with 15 and 30 years of experience , with one staff PT holding a wound care certification . The team is collaborative and readily available to support one another with patient and staffing needs. The department uses iMobile for communication with hospitalists, case managers, RNs, and other members of the care team. Ideal Candidate The facility is looking for a PT who is: Respectful and professional with patients, staff, and leadership Friendly, caring, and safety-focused Independent and dependable Comfortable working in a fast-paced acute care setting Able to coordinate effectively across multiple disciplines Adaptable and confident managing patients with complex cardiac conditions Dress Code Scrub Color: Caribbean blue Bottoms: Khaki Top Option: Navy polo Why Consider This Assignment? Supportive and experienced therapy team Strong interdisciplinary communication Opportunity to work with complex cardiac and acute care patients Exposure to open-heart, TAVR, and LVAD patient populations No call requirements Established, experienced PT team Hospital recognized with multiple local and national recognitions PHYTH1 TalentBurst, Inc Job ID 26-27121. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PHYSICAL THERAPIST About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.