Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient

American Traveler

Oak Hill (WV)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 days ago

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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 1+ year of experience to join our outpatient clinic, which also covers monthly inpatient/acute rehab shifts.

The role includes evaluating and treating adults and geriatrics, with a 1:4 patient ratio, using Cerner for charting, and collaborating with PTAs, ST, and OT on-site. Four 10-hour shifts weekly (7:30 AM–6:00 PM) with options for five 8-hour days, and a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision,

Qualifications

BLS certification is required.
WV PT license is required prior to start; pending license accepted for consideration.
Cerner charting experience preferred.
Strong time management and documentation skills needed.
Experience with AROM/AAROM/PROM, assistive devices, body mechanics, pain assessment, and strength testing preferred.
Orthopedic specialty experience preferred, including DDD, DJD, frozen shoulder, gait training, hip fractures, low back pain, osteoarthritis, and post‑op shoulder/spinal surgery care.
E‑stim and ultrasound modality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Outpatient PT clinic setting with seasoned PTAs, plus ST and OT services on‑site.
Four 10‑hour day shifts weekly, 7:30 AM-6:00 PM, with flexibility for five 8‑hour shifts if preferred.
Covers one Saturday per month in the inpatient/acute rehab unit, with a weekday off that same week.
Patient ratio of 1:4.
One hour allotted for evaluations and 45 minutes for treatments.
Patient population mainly adults and geriatrics, with occasional pediatric and adolescent cases.
Treats diagnoses including joint replacements, CVA, pain, fractures, neurological conditions, deconditioning, and vestibular issues.
Uses Cerner for charting.
No on‑call or floating requirements.
Primary responsibilities include evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation for outpatient PT patients.
Facility located in Oak Hill, WV, near the New River Gorge Bridge with access to outdoor activities like hiking, rafting, and climbing.
Dedicated secretary handles all insurance‑related tasks.
Scrub colors accepted except blue, forest green, or maroon, which are reserved for nursing staff.
Unit‑branded T‑shirts available for staff.
Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1-March 31) unless medical exemption is documented.
COVID vaccine not required.
Open to first‑time travelers.
Former permanent employees must wait 2 years from last worked date before returning as a traveler.
Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility, with 75-100 miles considered case‑by‑case at the same rate.
Current employees of the broader health system (including affiliated hospitals) are not eligible for travel contracts within the system.
No restrictions on requested time off.

Skills

BLS certification

WV PT license

Time management

Documentation

AROM/AAROM/PROM

Orthopedic specialty

E‑stim and ultrasound

Gait training

Post‑op shoulder/spinal surgery care

Tools

Cerner charting

Job description

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist with 1+ years of experience to join an outpatient clinic that also covers monthly inpatient/acute rehab shifts.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required
BLS certification required
WV PT license required prior to start; pending license accepted for consideration
License required if applicable
Cerner charting experience preferred
Strong time management and documentation skills needed
Experience with AROM/AAROM/PROM, assistive devices, body mechanics, pain assessment, and strength testing preferred
Orthopedic specialty experience preferred, including DDD, DJD, frozen shoulder, gait training, hip fractures, low back pain, osteoarthritis, and post‑op shoulder/spinal surgery care
E‑stim and ultrasound modality experience preferred

Responsibilities

Outpatient PT clinic setting with seasoned PTAs, plus ST and OT services on‑site
Four 10‑hour day shifts weekly, 7:30 AM-6:00 PM, with flexibility for five 8‑hour shifts if preferred
Covers one Saturday per month in the inpatient/acute rehab unit, with a weekday off that same week
Patient ratio of 1:4
One hour allotted for evaluations and 45 minutes for treatments
Patient population mainly adults and geriatrics, with occasional pediatric and adolescent cases
Treats diagnoses including joint replacements, CVA, pain, fractures, neurological conditions, deconditioning, and vestibular issues
Uses Cerner for charting
No on‑call or floating requirements
Primary responsibilities include evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation for outpatient PT patients
Facility located in Oak Hill, WV, near the New River Gorge Bridge with access to outdoor activities like hiking, rafting, and climbing
Dedicated secretary handles all insurance‑related tasks
Scrub colors accepted except blue, forest green, or maroon, which are reserved for nursing staff
Unit‑branded T‑shirts available for staff
Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1-March 31) unless medical exemption is documented
COVID vaccine not required
Open to first‑time travelers
Former permanent employees must wait 2 years from last worked date before returning as a traveler
Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility, with 75-100 miles considered case‑by‑case at the same rate
Current employees of the broader health system (including affiliated hospitals) are not eligible for travel contracts within the system
No restrictions on requested time off