Travel Contract

Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Creve Couer, MO
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,534/week

Overview

Start Date02/22/2027
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Outpatient

Pay

7% higher than average Therapist / School Based Physical Therapist pay in Missouri

Estimated total pay

$2,534/week

Description

Assignment Overview

Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Feb 22, 2027
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist with 1+ years of experience to provide care in a hospital-affiliated outpatient clinic.

Details

Outpatient hospital clinic setting treating orthopedic and rehabilitation patients
Patient population includes low back pain, cervical pain, post-op shoulder surgeries, TKA, general orthopedics, and balance/fall patients
Day shift, 5x8 hours, clinic hours 7:00am-6:30pm Monday-Friday
Daily patient load of 8 with a productivity standard of 75%
No weekend or on-call requirements
No floating to sister facilities required
Uses Epic for charting

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required
BLS certification required
MO state PT license required; pending state license accepted
License required if applicable
Epic charting experience preferred
Experience with orthopedic conditions including ankle sprains, cervicalgia, DDD/DJD, frozen shoulder, hip fractures, and post-op spinal/shoulder surgeries preferred
Skilled in modalities such as cervical traction, cryotherapy, e-stim, iontophoresis, moist heat, phonophoresis, and ultrasound preferred
Proficient in documentation including evaluations, plans of care, reassessments, and discharge summaries
Experience with assistive devices, gait belts, shoulder slings, and traction tables preferred

Additional Information

Responsibilities include evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation for outpatient orthopedic and rehabilitation patients
Focus on home exercise programs, patient and family education, and injury prevention
Business casual attire required
Open to first-time travelers
No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius
RTO limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of assignment
Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period before requiring a 3-month break in service
Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any affiliated facility as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-774358. 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 - Outpatient

Employer

American Traveler

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Pros

Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.

Cons

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About

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.

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