Physical Therapist - Inpatient Acute Care
Reno, NV
Cross Country Allied
4x9 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,185/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Physical Therapist Acute Care Inpatient in Reno, NV. This position provides comprehensive physical therapy services for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including evaluations, treatment planning, rehabilitation services, gait and transfer training, orthotic and prosthetic training, and wound care. The role supports patient care across therapy settings and may include clinical program development and outcome measurement activities.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Nevada Physical Therapist license; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; prior travel experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Acute care experience preferred; total joint experience preferred. Candidates with rehabilitation or skilled nursing facility experience may also be considered.
- Schedule: Rotating 9-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, generally scheduled Wednesday through Saturday; one additional shift may be required during the assignment period.
- Additional Information: Provides physical therapy evaluations, develops individualized plans of care, delivers rehabilitation services through discharge, and supports patients and their families or caregivers. Responsibilities include treatment for gait and transfer limitations, orthotic and prosthetic training, and comprehensive wound care. Float assignments may occur among comparable care settings based on organizational needs and competency level. The role may support pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and may participate in clinical program development and outcome measurement.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
About Reno, NV
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Reno, NV here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 89°F and lows of 56°F, winter average highs of 47°F and lows of 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the tourism and travel nurse demand.
- Car-friendly city with public transportation options available, including buses and shuttles.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high desert environment.
- Reno has a large population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of high-quality restaurants, breweries, and nightclubs.
- Museums like the National Automobile Museum.
- Outdoor activities include biking, hiking, and easy access to Lake Tahoe for skiing and other outdoor adventures.
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