Travel Physical Therapist - $2,609 per week

Thrive Staffing; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Free parking

EPIC training

Job summary

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Rapid City, South Dakota. The role is 40 hours per week, with 8-hour days, in a home health setting.

Required is the South Dakota licensure for Physical Therapy and a BLS certification, with a minimum of 1 year of PT experience. Mileage reimbursement and free parking are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience.
• South Dakota licensure for Physical Therapy is required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluation and ongoing assessment.
• Develop and implement intervention strategies.
• Formulate and adjust care plans based on patient progress.
• Coordinate with the home health team and document in the charting system (EPIC).

Skills

Patient evaluation

Assessment

Intervention strategies

Care plan

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

General Information

We are seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to join our home health team. This position offers an opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in various locations.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the physical therapy field
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Patient Types and Common Diagnoses

• Medically compromised patients (CHF, COPD, DM, Cardiac)
• Orthopedic and neurological conditions
• Dementia and general weakness
• Aging population ranging from early adults to geriatrics

Required Certifications

• Valid South Dakota licensure for Physical Therapy
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Skills Required

General physical therapy skills, including but not limited to:

• Patient evaluation and assessment
• Development of effective intervention strategies
• Care plan formulation

Departmental Support

The home health department includes a collaborative team consisting of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists, Aides, Medical Social Workers, and case managers.

Charting System

We utilize the EPIC charting system for documentation.

Location

This position serves the Southern Black Hills region, including the following areas:

• Hot Springs, SD
• Custer, SD
• Edgemont, SD
• Hill City, SD
• Hermosa, SD
• Surrounding areas

Additional Information

• Mileage reimbursement is provided at the current IRS standard mileage rates
• Orientation typically lasts approximately one week and includes EPIC training, shadowing, and the documentation process
• All positions operate Monday through Friday with no weekend rotations or call requirements
• The office is closed on six major holidays
• Time off requests are subject to manager approval
• Scrub colors can vary; business casual attire is also acceptable; no denim or sweatpants
• Free parking is available

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19492788. 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: Rehab:PT,08:00:00-16:00:00