Travel Inpatient Physical Therapist - $2,785 per week

Cross Country Allied; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel assignment in Bridgeton, Missouri. The role involves inpatient therapy, evaluating patients, and developing individualized treatment plans under physician direction.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to facilitate discharge planning and evidence-based care. Requirements include BLS, an active state PT license, at least 2 years of experience, and prior inpatient exposure.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required before the first shift.
• Valid, current state physical therapy license.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Previous inpatient experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans.
• Provide therapy services and support functional recovery and return to community activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to promote safe, effective patient care.
• Complete medical record documentation, including daily notes and discharge documentation.
• Provide care under physician orders and supervise students when assigned.
• Pursue professional development through continuing education.

Skills

BLS

Inpatient experience

Education

Physical Therapy License (state)

Tools

State license verification

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bridgeton, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bridgeton, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Physical Therapist, Inpatient Bridgeton. The Physical Therapist evaluates assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs and physician direction. The role provides discipline-specific therapy services, supports functional recovery and return to community activities, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to promote safe, effective patient care.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8-hour shifts, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required before the first shift
  • Valid, current state physical therapy license
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience
  • Previous inpatient experience
• Additional Information:
  • Complete comprehensive patient evaluations and develop treatment plans and goals focused on progress toward discharge.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address barriers to discharge, coordinate equipment needs, provide patient and family training, and plan continuing services.
  • Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions according to patient care needs.
  • Complete clear, accurate, and timely medical record documentation, including daily notes, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, discharge documentation, and charge entry.
  • Provide care under valid physician orders and in accordance with applicable clinical requirements.
  • Participate in student education and provide appropriate supervision and evaluations when assigned.
  • Pursue professional development through continuing education, self-study, and participation in professional activities.
  • Adhere to applicable state practice requirements, regulatory standards, professional codes of conduct, safety procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonusesTravel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1350677. 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: PT - PT IP Physical Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we're here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn't just work. It's your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus