Travel Physical Therapist - $2,227 per week

American Traveler; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital assignment in Canton, GA.

The role requires 2+ years of acute care experience, GA PT licensure if applicable, and AHA BLS certification. The position involves 40 hours per week with 8-hour daytime shifts, and a 12-week contract including occasional weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care physical therapy experience.
• Georgia Physical Therapy license required if applicable.
• AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute care PT across hospital per physician orders.
• Treat ICU, stroke, orthopedic, and debility cases.
• 8-hour day shifts, schedule 8:30a-5p; 5 shifts/week.
• Two weekend shifts required every 4 weeks.

Skills

Acute care experience

Physical Therapist licensure

BLS certification

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Canton, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for an acute care inpatient setting, requiring 2+ years of recent specialty experience and GA PT licensure.

Details

• Acute Care Physical Therapy department supporting patients across the hospital per physician orders
• Patient population includes ICU, stroke/neurological, orthopedic, fast track joint replacement, and general debility cases
• 8-hour day shifts with schedule varying between 8:30a-5p
• 5 shifts per week, 12-week assignment
• 2 weekend shifts required every 4 weeks

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in acute care physical therapy
• GA Physical Therapy license required if applicable
• AHA BLS certification required

Additional Information

• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day) and 1 minor holiday (day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, or New Year's Eve)
• Supports a wide variety of medical and surgical diagnoses throughout the hospital
• Local candidates welcome; no radius restriction for local pay rate eligibility
• Returning staff who previously worked at the facility in a permanent role must have a 2-year break before returning as a non-local traveler
• RTO must be requested upfront and cannot be requested after offer acceptance

American Traveler Job ID #P-786592. 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 24/9 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.