Travel Physical Therapist - Arizona

Athletico Physical Therapy; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Above-Market Salary

Student Loan Repayment Program

Mentorship Program

Residency Programs

CEU Program

PTO & 401K

Job summary

Athletico offers a full-time Physical Therapist position through our travel/mentorship program. This role may include a $5,000 Sign on Bonus. New Grads welcome, travel with MENTORSHIP!! Four 13-week placements with a one-year commitment, and you can choose from available locations.

You will receive comprehensive benefits from day one, a generous salary, and strong mentorship, residency options, CEU allowances, PTO, and a 401K across 900+ locations.

Qualifications

• Must hold active Physical Therapy license in the state of practice.
• New grads welcome; four 13-week assignments with a one-year commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physical therapy across multiple specialties and settings.
• Collaborate with mentorship and residency programs to support clinician growth.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

DPT or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

This position may be eligible for a $5,000 Sign on Bonus. New Grads welcome, travel with MENTORSHIP!!

About Us:

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapyisn’tjustabout recovery;it’sabout transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

Program Perks:

• Generous Above-Market Salary
• Student Loan Repayment Program

• All outpatiet Orthopedic Assignments
• Clinician Incentive Plan
• Mileage and Licensing Reimbursement for Eligible Moves
• Full-time Benefits, including PTO and 401K Retirement Plan – Starting on Day One.
• Industry-leading CEU Program
• Mentorship Program
• Same EMR System throughout Travel Assignments
• Travel Advisor Experts (Who are Physical Therapists) will Meet Consistently with You One-on-One Throughout your Journey

Program Requirements:

• Active license in the state where you will be working
• Four 13-Week assignments with a one-year commitment*
• Ability to choose from a list of available locations
• Available for internal and external candidates
• *New Grads will Receive 26-Week Initial Placement for Optimal Mentorship Experience

Position Summary:

Our Physical Therapist’s role is to enhance your patient’s health and quality of life. You will be exposed to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth. Work with a variety of specialties while you grow your skills and your future as a physical therapist!

Unique and Competitive Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• New for 2026!Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.
• Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
• Strategic Mentorship programs
• Leadership programs
• Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
• 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
• Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)

Additional Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision (eligibility begins day one of employment)
• HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA
• Progyny Fertility Benefit
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Long-Term DisabilityBuy-Up Option
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement
• KinderCare Discount
• Legal & Credit Monitoring
• Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only)
• 17 days PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire)
• 6 Major Holidays off plus 2 floating holidays yearly
• 5 CEU PTO Days
• Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Learn more by checking outour 2026Athletico's Benefits Summary.

Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role
• Current CPR Certification

Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players who provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/Wage

USD $94,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary/Wage

USD $114,000.00/Yr.