Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Brownwood, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting, requiring 2+ years of experience and current BLS certification.
Details\n
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- Acute care hospital unit treating adult and pediatric populations
- Schedule may be 5x8 shifts Monday to Friday with weekend rotation or 4x10 shifts Saturday to Tuesday
- Charting completed in Allscripts, required; Altera experience preferred
- Treats a variety of diagnoses including COPD, CHF, MI, PVD, orthopedic conditions, neurologic conditions, and post-stroke rehabilitation
- Utilizes equipment such as Hoyer lifts, specialty beds, walkers, wheelchairs, and prosthetics
- Performs modalities including cryotherapy and ultrasound
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Requirements\n
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- Minimum 2 years of experience in the service line required
- Current BLS certification required
- License required if applicable
- Allscripts charting experience required
- Community hospital experience preferred
- Skills in assessment, documentation, gait training, and wound/skin integrity evaluation required
- Strong time management and patient education skills required
- Ability to perform wheelchair assessments and manage assistive devices
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Additional Information\n
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- Responsibilities include evaluation, treatment planning, discharge planning, and reassessment of patients
- Provides patient and family education on home exercise programs and safety/injury prevention
- Facility conducts its own onsite drug screening upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with automatic cancellation for positive results
- Candidates should avoid any products, including CBD, that could cause a positive drug screen result
- Allied health candidates must live within 50 miles of the facility and local candidates are not accepted
- Previous staff must have a 1-year gap in employment before returning as a traveler
- Lab work must be completed within 72 hours of accepting the offer or a completion plan must be in place
- Modules are completed during orientation and average 6-8 hours, non-billable
- Travel experience preferred but not required
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American Traveler Job ID #P-767067. 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: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
About American Traveler\n \n
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
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With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
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American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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