Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist

Position: Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist - $2,471 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Morristown, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Physical Therapist

• Discipline:
Therapy

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: 8 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for inpatient rehab with experience in high-acuity acute care settings and Epic EMR proficiency.
Responsibilities

• Position is in an inpatient rehab unit within a large academic hospital setting

• Care is provided Monday through Friday, either 8:00am–4:00pm or 9:00am–5:00pm

• Patient population includes high-acuity cases, especially ICU, Step-Down, and Cardiac

• EPIC is used for charting and EMR documentation

• Travelers may be required to float to a nearby sister hospital

• Duties include patient evaluation, developing treatment plans, performing interventions, and providing patient and family education

• Role involves documentation of care, appropriate billing, and supporting competency development for other clinicians

• May serve as a clinical instructor for students and participate in new staff orientation

• Independent judgment required when managing moderately complex cases with minimal supervision

• No local candidates accepted; candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility

• Assignment limit of one year before a mandatory day break is required prior to returning
Requirements

• Active NJ Physical Therapy license required if applicable

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program required

• 0–4 years of Physical Therapist experience preferred, ideally in acute care

• Experience in large acute care or academic medical settings highly preferred

• Board Certification as a Specialist in a relevant acute care area is preferred

• References, application, skills checklist, and license verification required for consideration
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
American Traveler Job  #P. 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 - Inpatient
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.