Travel Contract

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

$2,143/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date02/09/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,143/week

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

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221 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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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 Travel Physical Therapist 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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