Travel Physical Therapist
Chester, MT
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with 2+ years of experience, including inpatient care, for an assignment in a critical access hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Physical Therapy department within a critical access hospital serving a rural community
• Patient population includes inpatient, outpatient, rehab, swing bed, some pediatric (mostly 5+ years, sports injuries), and predominantly older adults and geriatric patients
• Frequent diagnoses include total joints, stable stroke, stable TBI, stable traumas, falls, and general weakness
• Average daily census is around 10 patients with 25 beds in the facility
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with no weekend or on-call requirements
• Holiday coverage includes one holiday per contract
• May split time between two locations approximately 35-40 minutes apart
• Cerner Oracle is used for inpatient documentation and Cederon for outpatient; Meditech used at Shelby until Fall 2025
• Primary responsibilities include evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for a diverse patient population across multiple care settings
• Team includes at least one other PT, a PTA, a front desk receptionist, and accessible management support
• Daily team huddles are conducted with providers and the nursing team
• Orientation includes a week on the unit and necessary facility onboarding
• Business casual dress code is required; jeans are permitted on Fridays
• Free parking is available on site
• Housing options are available near the hospital
• First-time travelers will be considered for this role
• Time off requests require manager approval

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree required
• Current BLS certification required
• Montana PT license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience required, inpatient preferred though other experience considered
• Proficiency in gait training, mobility training, use of lift devices, and strength training
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team

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