Travel Physical Therapist - $2,043 per week

American Traveler; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Physical Therapist for a travel assignment in Austin, Texas. In this inpatient acute rehab hospital, you will focus on stroke and spinal cord injury rehab with a 40-hour workweek and 8-hour day shifts.

Requirements include 1–2 years PT experience, BLS, and licensure; compact license eligibility is supported. Team collaboration and patient-centered care are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of PT experience required.
• BLS certification required (AHA).
• License required if applicable.
• Compact license eligible state.
• IPR experience preferred.
• Must work well within a team environment.
• Social security number and date of birth required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation for patients in inpatient acute rehabilitation setting.
• Treat stroke and spinal cord injury patients as part of the unit team.
• Work in a day shift schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan and implement care.

Skills

PT experience 1-2 years

BLS Certification (AHA)

Teamwork

Education

Physical Therapist degree

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital, requiring at least 1-2 years of experience treating stroke and spinal cord injury patients.

• Inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital with 50 beds
• Unit specializes in stroke and spinal cord injury rehabilitation
• Patient population includes adult and geriatric patients
• Common diagnoses include stroke, debility, orthopedic, and cardiac conditions
• Patient treatment ratio of 6.5 hours per day
• Uses Pinpoint and UDS Pro Doc for documentation
• Day shift schedule, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekend hours available on request
• No floating required

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years of PT experience required
• BLS certification required (AHA)
• License required if applicable
• Compact license eligible state
• IPR experience preferred
• Must work well within a team environment
• Social security number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provides individualized rehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury
• Any scrub color accepted
• Candidates must not reside within 60 miles of the facility
• Candidates cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full-time

American Traveler Job ID #P-754755. 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 - Rehab

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.