Local Contract

Physical Therapist – Outpatient & Acute Rehabilitation
Ottumwa, IA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$44-48/hour

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay

$44-48/hour

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Description

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Position

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel

Job Details

Specialty: Physical Therapy (PT)
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: February 9, 2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Reason for Opening: Replacement of permanent staff
Facility Setting: Outpatient (OP)
Bed Count: Total 120 beds; Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) has 13 beds

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday coverage as scheduled (weekend rotation includes Saturdays)

Job Responsibilities & Environment

Position requires floating between units depending on assignment; primarily consistent in Outpatient (OP) but will float between ARU and Medical-Surgical (MS) units
Training provided for all areas of float
EMR systems used: Meditech (Inpatient/ARU), Net Health (Outpatient)
Dress code: Scrubs of any color or business casual; closed-toe shoes required

Experience Requirements

Years of Experience in Specialty: Minimum 2 years (higher value between 1-2 years indicated)
Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Additional Notes

Parking details provided during orientation
This is a travel contract position with a defined duration and specific start date
Candidate must be licensed in the state of Iowa prior to start

This opportunity is suitable for a Physical Therapist with outpatient and rehabilitation experience looking for a travel assignment with a varied work environment and weekend coverage.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Cassie Jo is an absolute ROCKSTAR. She is on top of everything, insanely quick to respond, always ready to remedy any confusion or errors, such an incredible nurse advocate—will go to bat for you in the blink of an eye—as organized as anything I’ve ever seen, and just genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate. I seriously cannot say enough incredible things about her. She is the best and I am so thankful for all of her help, guidance, knowledge, organization, reassurance, skill, and friendliness.

Cons

absolutely NOTHING.

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

Anna Beth K

Pediatrics (RN)

Review of Cassie Marchi on Feb 4, 2026

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Ottumwa, IA

As a in Ottumwa, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Ottumwa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 15°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Ottumwa.

Transportation

Ottumwa is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a range of age groups.
Common health issues may include obesity and diabetes.
There is a small but active community of travel nurses in Ottumwa.

Things to Do

Ottumwa offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
There are art galleries, live music events, and sports activities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for fishing and boating.

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