Travel Physical Therapist - $2,485 per week

Cross Country Allied; Ogallala (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks an Inpatient Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Ogallala, Nebraska. The PT will evaluate, plan, and administer therapy with 40 hours per week, typically days shift. Candidates must hold a PT license in the state, be BLS certified, and have inpatient experience.

The role requires clinical competence, evidence-based care, and collaboration with hospital teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an APTA-accredited school of Physical Therapy or equivalent.
• Current Physical Therapy license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification is required.
• Ability to use computer software in a patient-care environment.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, reach and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Visual and auditory acuity; fine motor skills.
• Prior inpatient PT experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and plan physical therapy for inpatients.
• Administer treatments and document patient progress.
• Develop treatment plans and collaborate with interprofessional teams.
• Provide patient-centered, age-appropriate care in accordance with standards.

Skills

APTA-accredited program

PT license in state

BLS certification

EMR/clinical software proficiency

inpatient PT experience

mobility to lift 75 lbs

visual and auditory acuity

Education

APTA-accredited PT program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Ogallara, Nebraska.

Specialty

Physical Therapist

Discipline

Therapy

Start Date

10/05/2026

Duration

13 weeks

Hours per week

40 hours per week

Shift

8 hours, days

Employment Type

Travel

Job Summary

Inpatient Physical Therapist (PT) for a healthcare organization in a clinical setting. This role involves evaluating, planning, and administering physical therapy treatments to patients within an inpatient facility. The position requires demonstrating clinical competence and providing patient-centered, age-appropriate care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.

Job Details

Schedule: Days shifts, 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of Physical Therapy or equivalent
• current Physical Therapy license within the State of practice
• BLS certification
• ability to become proficient with computer software applications used in an automated patient care environment, evaluation tools, and therapeutic modalities
• physical ability to perform job duties including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 75 pounds
• possess visual and auditory acuity and fine motor skills
• prior clinical experience in inpatient physical therapy

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience is preferred.

Additional Information

This role involves providing skilled physical therapy in a hospital-based environment, assessing patient needs, developing treatment plans, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with interprofessional teams to ensure effective care delivery. Flexibility and adaptability to changing caseloads and operational needs are essential.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Pay package

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1318152. 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

PT - PT IP Physical Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement planReferral bonus