Acute Care Physical Therapist
Salt Lake City, UT
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,697/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care276 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- State license license in Utah
Description
Job Title
Travel - Physical Therapy (762)
City/State: Salt Lake City, Utah
Shift: 07:00-19:00, Days
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: 06/22/2026
Job Description:
Physical Therapist needed for acute care rehab services at a facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. This position requires rotational shifts, flexibility, and teamwork.
Responsibilities:
- Perform neuro re-education, gait training, balance, and wheelchair training.
- Conduct cognitive re-education, vestibular training, and energy conservation techniques.
- Handle BUE/BLE ROM and strengthening, orthotic use and fit, and home safety and family training.
Requirements:
- BLS, Utah PT license
- MPT, DPT degree from an accredited PT program
- Experience with neuro, multi-trauma, and medically complex diagnoses
- Proficiency with mobility devices and lift systems
- Good documentation, communication, and time management skills
Facility
Saint Mark's Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 276 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
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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