Travel Physical Therapist Inpatient - $1,845 per week

Cross Country Allied; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in New York, NY. The PT IP role involves performing initial examinations and delivering comprehensive inpatient physical therapy within a multi-disciplinary team, under supervision of Therapy Managers.

The position requires a NY PT license, a Bachelor's degree, 0–1 year of experience, and strong communication skills. Schedule: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, weekdays with possible weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and NY State PT license; 0–1 year experience.
• Excellent oral, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical problem-solving and basic MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial examinations and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate with inpatient, outpatient, and acute teams and document care.
• Supervise Rehab staff, assist with discharge planning and patient education.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

New York State Physical Therapy license

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in New York, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 37.5 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Physical Therapist Inpatient (PT IP) position located in a healthcare facility. This role involves performing initial examinations and providing comprehensive physical therapy interventions to a diverse patient population. The position offers an entry-level opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team, with rotating responsibilities across inpatient, outpatient, and acute services, under the supervision of the Therapy Manager or Professional Practice Manager.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends if available (which would then provide a day off during the week).
• Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; current New York State Physical Therapy license; 0 to 1 year of experience; excellent oral, communication, and interpersonal skills; demonstrate analytical problem-solving skills; intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Additional Information: Performs initial examinations, establishes goals, plans and implements treatment interventions, and adjusts care based on re-examinations. Coordinates with other disciplines, manages documentation, and provides patient and caregiver training. Participates in discharge planning, attends conferences and meetings, and may be assigned additional patients as needed. Maintains therapy attendance records, patient charges, and statistics. Supervises Rehab Patient Care Associates, volunteers, and students. Must be a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Follows all organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• 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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1320216. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 37.5 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 plan
• Referral bonus