American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in St. Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Physical Therapist
- Discipline : Therapy
- Start Date : 12 / 29 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital position requiring at least 1 year of experience and BLS certification.
Responsibilities
Work in a short-term acute care hospital with 285 staffed bedsProvide therapy across hospital floors including ICU, step down, oncology, medical, surgical, neuro / tele, and ortho unitsDay shift schedule, Monday through Friday with 8-hour shifts, with occasional weekends and possible holiday coverageEpic is used for charting, and Epic experience is required for certain unitsNo floating to other facilities or units requiredNo on-call duties requiredScrub color is pewterResponsibilities include providing daily physical therapy treatments across a variety of inpatient unitsWeekend and holiday work may be required as scheduledProper facial hair groom required for fit testingNo more than 7 days of requested time off permitted per 13-week contract, and none allowed during the first week of orientationPermanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a travelerTravelers may work up to 18 months with a required 3-month break thereafterPewter scrubs are required attireNo parking cost for staffReferences from supervisors within the past two years preferredRequirements
Minimum 1 year of recent acute care physical therapy experience requiredCurrent BLS certification requiredValid state PT license required at time of consideration if applicableExperience in ICU, medical / surgical, and supported units preferredProficiency in Epic EMR required for some unitsMust reside at least 75 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligibleFirst-time travelers are acceptedBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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
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.
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.
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.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.