Travel Physical Therapist - $2,557 per week

NuWest Group; Ekalaka (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated studio housing

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement plan

Weekly direct deposit

Job summary

NuWest Travel Nursing is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist for an extended assignment in Ekalaka, MT. You will provide comprehensive physical therapy services across outpatient, long-term care, and emergency settings in a tight-knit rural community.

The role offers a 40-hour work week, 26–52 week contracts, and a brand-new facility at Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association. Start ASAP; active PT license and BLS are preferred; strong communication and adaptability are essential for success in a

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of full-time PT experience.
• Active PT license (state) and current AHA BLS certification.
• Fully formatted resume with gaps >30 days and a specialty-specific skills checklist and professional references.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under supervision.
• Apply basic awareness of physical medicine, anatomy, physiology, and PT modalities to treatments.
• Observe patients during treatment to compile and evaluate response data and report progress to the staff PT.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of PT machine operation, maintenance, and routine repairs.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical observation

Data recording

Equipment operation

Education

PT license (state)

AHA BLS certification

Tools

Physical therapy equipment

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

NuWest Travel Nursing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Ekalaka, Montana.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

NuWest Travel Nursing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Ekalaka, Montana.

Travel Allied - Physical Therapist (PT): Ekalaka, MTJob Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for an extended assignment in Ekalaka, MT. Working at the brand-new, state-of-the-art facility at Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association, you will provide comprehensive physical therapy services to a tight-knit rural community, spanning outpatient, long-term care (LTC), and emergency settings.

Position Details

• Position Type: Travel Assignment (26 to 52-week contracts available)
• Shift: 5x8 Days (40 hours/week, Monday – Friday with occasional weekend coverage as needed)
• Expected Start Date: ASAP
• Location: Ekalaka, MT (Note: This is a scenic, small rural town of about 400 people featuring all dirt roads, located 2 hours from the nearest Walmart—ideal for someone who loves the outdoors and true community healthcare!)

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of the staff Physical Therapist.
• Modality Application: Apply basic awareness of physical medicine, anatomy, physiology, and physical therapy modalities to patient treatments.
• Data & Monitoring: Observe patients during treatment to compile and evaluate response data, reporting progress to the staff Physical Therapist. Monitor vital signs and maintain an accurate knowledge base regarding cardiovascular and respiratory precautions.
• Equipment Maintenance: Demonstrate basic knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance, and routine repairs.

Key Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of full-time specialty experience.
• Licensure/Certification: Active state Physical Therapist (PT) license (preferred) and current AHA BLS certification.
• Submission Compliance: Fully formatted resume explaining any employment gaps greater than 30 days and listing city/state for all past employers. Must include a specialty-specific skills checklist and professional references.

Compensation & Perks

• Weekly Pay Range: $2,189.83 – $2,576.27 per week (Pre-tax)
• Housing Benefit: Dedicated studio housing is available for just $600/month (private, non-shared unit including its own bathroom and kitchenette).
• Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Financial Perks: 401(K) retirement plan options and weekly direct deposit.

NuWest Travel Nursing Job ID #277590. 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: Allied - Physical Therapist (PT): Ekalaka, MT