Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital - $3,206 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in South Hill, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• 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: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of acute care experience and Epic charting proficiency for a Monday-Friday day shift assignment.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within the PT Acute Care Hospital unit
• Monday-Friday schedule with day shift hours (8:00 AM-4:30 PM)
• Candidates will float within scope of practice as needed
• Epic charting system experience required

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of acute care physical therapy experience required
• Valid VA state license or compact state license required at time of submittal (temporary VA license accepted if candidate holds a valid license in another state)
• License required if applicable
• BSN preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• 2 professional references required

Additional Information

• Facility follows a natural nail policy
• Facility is a drug, tobacco, and smoke-free workplace with no smoking allowed on campus
• Facility will review candidate background checks as part of the hiring process
• Local candidates accepted at the same base rate with no radius restrictions
• Both travelers and permanent staff must be separated from VCU Health for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Time off requests must be submitted at time of application and are subject to unit manager approval; no time off granted during the first week of assignment
• Orientation includes required non-billable training modules averaging 6 hours, to be completed by the Friday of orientation week
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role

American Traveler Job ID #P-760589. 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 - Acute Care Hospital

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.