Travel Physical Therapist - $2,427 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Spruce Pine (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance starting day

401(k) match

Housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. The role involves outpatient and acute care settings with a 60-bed hospital, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule, and 40 hours per week.

Expect 9–11 patient visits per day per FTE and weekend rotation every 5th weekend for priority patients only. Requirements include an active NC PT license and 2+ years of combined outpatient and acute care experience, with preferred ortho/sports/spine or

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in North Carolina.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in outpatient and acute care settings.
• Experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, spine or manual therapy is preferred.
• Vestibular/vertigo/stroke rehab experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients across outpatient and acute care settings.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team on patient care.
• Document care in Cerner and Nethealth Xfits systems.
• Deliver therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait and balance training.

Skills

Teamwork

Outgoing

Strong communication

Education

Physical Therapist license (NC)

Tools

Cerner

Nethealth Xfits

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 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: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an outpatient and acute care setting, requiring 2+ years of combined experience.

Details

• Work across outpatient clinic and 60-bed acute care hospital settings
• Unit staffed with 3 PTs, 3 PTAs, 2 OTs, 1 COTA, and 1 SLP during day shift
• Patient ratio of 9-11 patients per day per FTE
• Equipment includes PT modalities, pool, cardiovascular equipment, Biodex balance system, and fitness center
• Uses Cerner for acute care documentation and Nethealth Xfits (formerly ReDoc) for outpatient documentation
• Schedule is 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekend rotation every 5th weekend, seeing only priority patients on Saturday for 2-3 hours with no Sunday visits

Requirements

• Active PT license in the State of NC required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of experience required, including both outpatient and acute care settings
• Preferred experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, spine, or manual therapy
• Preferred experience in vestibular/vertigo/stroke rehabilitation
• Skilled in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, vestibular rehab, balance training, and gait training
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• No employment gaps of 90+ days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Main responsibilities include evaluation and treatment across acute care and outpatient settings
• Best fit for team-oriented, outgoing candidates
• Acute care dress code is purple (eggplant) scrubs; outpatient dress code is business attire or polo with khakis
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-777074. 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 - Outpatient

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.

• premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• generous 401(k) match
• substantial housing stipends
• and more
• 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.