Travel Physical Therapist - $1,855 per week

TotalMed Allied; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Shelbyville, KY. The PT will evaluate and develop plans of care for diverse patient populations in an acute care setting, coordinating with physicians and staff.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of PT experience (6 months may be considered) and hold current BLS and state licensure. The role involves 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, and travel readiness. Training and documentation follow standard facilities guidelines.

Qualifications

• 1 year of PT experience preferred; 6 months may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• BLS certification required.
• State-specific Physical Therapy license required.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and perform PT duties safely.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop a plan of care for acute care settings.
• Oversee PTAs and support staff as assigned.
• Bill appropriately within the facility guidelines.
• Interface with medical staff to coordinate care.
• Document timely and accurately per state/insurance guidelines.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Documentation

BLS certification

Travel healthcare experience

Education

Clinical Physical Therapy degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Shelbyville, Kentucky.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Physical TherapistDiscipline:

TherapyStart Date:

11/30/2026Duration:

13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:

8 hours, daysEmployment Type:

Travel

We are looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) for an immediate travel opening in Shelbyville, KY. The right PT should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. Read below for additional requirements.As a PT, you will be responsible for the evaluation, development, and execution of a plan of care for a variety of patient populations in the acute care setting.TasksAs a PT, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:Oversee supervising PTAs, support staff (therapy technicians)Bill within the respective setting, following guidelines within settings for facilityUnderstand the respective PT board's rules and regulations, complying within respective stateInterface with Medical Center personnel and physicians to ensure team-focused plan of careUnderstand adaptive equipmentEvaluate and create a plan of careModify plan of care as indicated based on patient's conditionUse Medical Center computer systems in performance of daily tasksProvide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelinesRequirementsMust have 6 months of experience; however, new grads are encouraged to apply. Must have BLS and state-specific licensing.Physical Therapists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. PTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*:

BLS, 2 Years* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1432011. 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 Therapists - PT THER - TravelAbout TotalMed Allied

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly payGuaranteed HoursContinuing Education401k retirement planSick payWellness and fitness programsReferral bonusMedical benefitsEmployee assistance programsDental benefitsVision benefitsBenefits start day 1