Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist - $3,100 per week

American Traveler; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital assignment in Worcester, Massachusetts. The role requires 2+ years of acute care experience and a current Massachusetts PT license, with a 13-week term and 40 hours per week.

The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with one full weekend per month. Duties include evaluations, gait training, and treatments for orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, neurologic, and geriatric patients using EPIC charting

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Massachusetts PT license required.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital experience.
• Trauma hospital experience preferred.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• Basic life support certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Epic charting experience preferred.
• Strong skills in patient assessment, documentation, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluations and reassessments of patients.
• Discharge planning and home exercise program development.
• Provide patient and family education on safety and injury prevention.
• Complete pass/fail EKG test during orientation.
• Maintain timely documentation and charting.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Time management

BLS / ACLS

Acute care familiarity

Education

PT degree or equivalent

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Worcester, Massachusetts.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting, requiring 2+ years of acute care experience and a current Massachusetts PT license.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within the PT department
• Patient population includes orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, neurologic, and geriatric conditions
• Performs assessments, gait training, and treatment for conditions such as COPD, CHF, CABG, hip fractures, and post-op spinal surgery
• Uses adaptive and assistive devices including Hoyer lifts, walkers, crutches, and specialty beds
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with one full weekend (Saturday/Sunday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) per month
• 40 hours per week; union facility with no special scheduling accommodations

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current Massachusetts PT license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital experience required
• Level I or II trauma hospital experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Epic charting system experience preferredStrong skills in patient assessment, documentation, and time management required

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include evaluations, reassessments, discharge planning, and home exercise program development
• Provides patient and family education on safety and injury prevention
• Must complete a pass/fail EKG test during orientation
• Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at the same bill rate
• Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system
• Up to 14 days of RTO may be submitted for review, with no RTO allowed during the first week

American Traveler Job ID #P-771551. 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.