Occupational Therapist
Salt Lake City, UT
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,948/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care276 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Rehab unit requiring prior acute rehab or acute care experience and a Utah PT license.
Details
- Acute Rehab Center (ARC) unit with 16 beds
- Patient ratio of 3-5 patients per day, seen in two 45-minute blocks totaling 90 minutes daily
- No therapy aides on staff; PCTs assist occasionally when available
- Uses specialized equipment including Sara Stedy, Vector, BITS, BURT, Bioness H200 UE, ARJO and Liko mobility/lift devices, walkers, canes, and wheelchairs
- Documentation completed in EPIC and UDS
- Schedule includes every Friday-Sunday (8-9 hour shifts) plus one mid-week shift on ARC or acute care side
- Cross-training on the acute care side occurs during week two
- Floating to acute care side required when ARC census is low
Requirements
- BLS certification required
- MSPT or DPT degree from an accredited PT program required
- Must have passed the NPTE
- Utah state PT license required (license required if applicable)
- Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
- Previous acute rehab or acute care experience preferred
- Strong understanding of neuro, multi-trauma, and medically complex diagnoses required
- Ability to complete thorough chart reviews including lab values and weight bearing precautions
- Experience with mobility devices, lift systems, back braces, and UE/LE positioning devices
- Strong clinical reasoning, documentation, communication, and time management skills required
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include neuro re-education, gait training, balance and wheelchair training, cognitive re-education, vestibular training, energy conservation, BUE/BLE ROM and strengthening, orthotic use and fit, and home safety/family training
- Join a tenured, close-knit therapy team that collaborates well with nursing and other disciplines
- Required uniform includes gray scrub top with black scrub pants and closed-toed shoes, or gray business casual shirt with black pants
- No logoed shirts, jeans, leggings, or shorts permitted
- Badge must be worn at all times while on duty
- 30-minute lunch break required for shifts over 6 hours
- Unit recognized as a Top Performer within UDSMR in FY 2021 and 2024, and a 2023 Unit of Distinction for Quality Care and Culture of Engagement
- Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
Facility
Saint Mark's Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 276 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Salt Lake City, UT
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Salt Lake City, UT here's what you should know:- Salt Lake City's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows are around 22°F.
- Short-term rentals are available, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular neighborhoods.
- Salt Lake City is car-friendly, but it also has a decent public transportation system, including buses and light rail.
- Salt Lake City is fairly diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Salt Lake City offers a variety of restaurants, including a vibrant food truck scene.
- It has a thriving arts and music community, and there are plenty of outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, and water sports on the nearby Great Salt Lake.
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