Travel Physical Therapist - $2,246 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Northport, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• 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: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and 2 years of experience for an inpatient acute rehab unit.

Details

• Inpatient and acute care units within a rehab department
• Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Caseload of 6 patients per day
• Patient population includes geriatric, neurological, stroke, and amputation cases
• Must be willing to float to other units
• One weekend required per month
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Uses Meditech EMR

Requirements

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy required
• 2 years of experience required, though 18 months may be considered with 1 year in specialty
• AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS certification required
• Current Alabama Physical Therapist License required if applicable
• Active state or compact license required for consideration; pending or temporary licenses not accepted
• Must be able to analyze patient data and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Must be able to tolerate prolonged standing, sitting, and physical exertion including pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing required

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include evaluations, developing plans of care, collaborating with patients, families, and other disciplines, performing therapeutic interventions, and completing documentation
• Local candidates accepted with no mile radius restrictions
• Physical presence onsite is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-749426. 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: Travel Physical Therapist - Inpatient

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.