Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient

American Traveler, LLC.; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a 13-week travel assignment in North Carolina. The role focuses on orthopedic, geriatric, neurologic, and pediatric populations within an outpatient clinic.

Responsibilities include initial evaluations, treatment planning, and progress documentation, with 1:1 sessions and no weekend requirements. Travel support and housing allowances are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in NC or eligible for licensure
• 2+ years clinical experience in outpatient PT
• Travel assignment experience preferred
• Experience with orthopedic, pediatric, and neurologic populations
• Current Nursys report within 7 days required
• Active license and certifications must be in hand at time of consideration

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient PT services in a clinic setting
• Treat orthopedic, geriatric, neurologic, and pediatric patients
• Conduct initial evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Schedule 1 patient per hour, with 1:1 therapy sessions primarily
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary rehab team and mentor students
• Document patient progress and provide home exercise education

Skills

Patient assessment

Gait training

Therapeutic modalities

Adaptive equipment use

Orthopedic rehab

Education

Physical Therapy degree (DPT/Equivalent)

Tools

Epic

Job description

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist with 2+ years of experience and prior travel experience for a 13-week assignment.

Requirements

• NC Board of PT license required if applicable
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Epic experience preferred
• Skilled in patient assessment, gait training, therapeutic modalities, and adaptive equipment use
• Experience with orthopedic conditions such as joint replacements, spinal conditions, and post-op rehabilitation
• Experience with pediatric and neurologic populations preferred
• Current Nursys report dated within the past 7 days required for consideration
• Active license and all required certifications must be in hand at time of consideration

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinic setting
• Patient population includes orthopedics, geriatrics, neurology, and pediatrics
• Patient scheduling of 1 patient per hour, primarily 1:1 therapy sessions
• Double-booking is very rare, with approximately 2 evaluations scheduled per day
• Schedule options include 5x8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, or 4 days/week, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM
• 40 hours per week
• No call or weekend requirements
• Responsibilities include conducting initial evaluations, developing treatment plans, and documenting patient progress
• Provides patient and family education on home exercise programs and safety
• Supervises physical therapist assistants and technicians as needed
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Mentors students and new employees as assigned
• Participates in continuing education and clinical competency development
• Candidates must disclose any former employment with the facility
• All requested time off must be disclosed at the time of consideration
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts