Travel Physical Therapist - $2,147 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Travel Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital in Lufkin, Texas. The assignment runs for 10 weeks, with 40 hours per week and 8-hour days, including potential shift variations and occasional relocation between two facility locations during the contract.

Primary focus is inpatient rehab with some ortho and medical-surgical coverage. A six-person PT team supports weekdays, with 1-3 PTs covering weekends and a focus on efficiency and independent work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Physical Therapy experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Active state or compact (NLC) PT license required for the state of submission; pending licenses not accepted.
• Must be able to work efficiently and independently without extensive onboarding support.
• Experience in inpatient acute care, including critical care, medical-surgical, and orthopedic patient populations.
• Comfort working in inpatient rehab facility (IRF) settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating and treating patients across multiple units, including inpatient rehab, orthopedics, and medical-surgical floors.
• Works alongside a collaborative team of PTs, OTs, and SLPs.
• Standard PT documentation requirements apply within 8-hour shifts.
• Not suited for new graduates; candidates should be able to work independently with minimal guidance.

Skills

Independence

Inpatient Rehab Experience

Critical Care

Medical-Surgical

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 10 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 10 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

• Inpatient acute care setting covering mid-level critical care, medical-surgical, and orthopedic floors, with occasional inpatient rehab evaluations and treatments
• Primary focus (90%) on inpatient rehab unit within the hospital, with 10% on ortho and medical-surgical floors
• Part of a 6-person PT team on weekdays, with 1-3 PTs covering weekends
• Assignment includes a scheduled relocation between two facility locations during the contract
• Schedule is primarily 8-5 Monday through Friday with potential negotiable shifts (4x10s or 5x8s) between 7:30am-6:00pm
• Possible weekend coverage planned in advance during part of the assignment
• Second half of assignment involves being the sole PT on-site at the smaller location
• Expected caseload of 4 patients per 8-hour shift in the inpatient rehab unit, with documentation completed within shift hours
• Unit productivity target of 22 units per 8-hour day
• Uses Allscripts EMR

• Minimum 2 years of recent Physical Therapy experience required
• BLS certification required
• Active state or compact (NLC) PT license required for the state of submission; pending licenses not accepted
• License required if applicable
• Must be able to work efficiently and independently without extensive onboarding support
• Experience in inpatient acute care, including critical care, medical-surgical, and orthopedic patient populations
• Comfort working in inpatient rehab facility (IRF) settings

• Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients across multiple units, including inpatient rehab, orthopedics, and medical-surgical floors
• Works alongside a collaborative team of PTs, OTs, and SLPs
• Standard PT documentation requirements apply within 8-hour shifts
• Not suited for new graduates; candidates should be able to work independently with minimal guidance

American Traveler Job ID #P-749164. 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.