Physical Therapist
Spruce Pine, NC
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,427/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationCritical Access25 beds
- SettingOutpatient
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an outpatient and acute care setting, requiring 2+ years of combined experience.
Details
- Work across outpatient clinic and 60-bed acute care hospital settings
- Unit staffed with 3 PTs, 3 PTAs, 2 OTs, 1 COTA, and 1 SLP during day shift
- Patient ratio of 9-11 patients per day per FTE
- Equipment includes PT modalities, pool, cardiovascular equipment, Biodex balance system, and fitness center
- Uses Cerner for acute care documentation and Nethealth Xfits (formerly ReDoc) for outpatient documentation
- Schedule is 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Weekend rotation every 5th weekend, seeing only priority patients on Saturday for 2-3 hours with no Sunday visits
Requirements
- Active PT license in the State of NC required if applicable
- Minimum 2 years of experience required, including both outpatient and acute care settings
- Preferred experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, spine, or manual therapy
- Preferred experience in vestibular/vertigo/stroke rehabilitation
- Skilled in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, vestibular rehab, balance training, and gait training
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration
- No employment gaps of 90+ days or more within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Main responsibilities include evaluation and treatment across acute care and outpatient settings
- Best fit for team-oriented, outgoing candidates
- Acute care dress code is purple (eggplant) scrubs; outpatient dress code is business attire or polo with khakis
- Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
Facility
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
- Critical Access
- 25 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.
Spruce Pine, NC
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