Travel Physical Therapist
Shelbyville, KY
Care Career
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Physical Therapist – Outpatient

Job Title: Physical Therapist (PT)
Location: Shelbyville, Kentucky
Setting: Outpatient Rehabilitation
Shift: Days
Schedule: 5×8-hour shifts, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP / 11/30/2026
Contract End Date: 02/27/2027

 

Position Overview

The Outpatient Physical Therapist provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment to patients with orthopedic, post-operative, vestibular, TMJ, and other musculoskeletal conditions. The therapist develops individualized treatment plans, delivers evidence-based interventions, and works toward improving patient mobility, function, and quality of life.

Experience in outpatient rehabilitation is preferred. Pelvic health experience is a plus but is not required.

Patient Population

The clinic treats a diverse outpatient population, including:

• Typical orthopedic conditions
• Post-operative patients
• Vestibular disorders
• TMJ conditions
• Pelvic health patients, preferred but not required

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and identify functional limitations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions and monitor patient progress.
• Treat approximately 12–14 patients per day.
• Manage a productivity expectation of approximately 60 visits per week.
• Double-book follow-up visits as required by clinic workflow.
• Document evaluations, treatments, progress, and discharge information accurately.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and self-management.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, facility policies, and applicable regulations.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centered outpatient rehabilitation services.

Schedule & Hours

• 5×8-hour day shifts
• 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Overtime must receive director approval before any OT hours are worked.
• No floating to other clinics is required.

Candidate Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification.
• Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.
• Strong orthopedic and post-operative rehabilitation skills.
• Pelvic health, vestibular, or TMJ experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, documentation, clinical reasoning, and patient-management skills.

Traveler Requirements

• First-time travelers are not accepted.
• New graduates are not accepted.
• Candidates must have prior travel experience and relevant clinical experience.
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility will be paid at the applicable local rate.

Submission Requirements

The following items are required for candidate submission:

• Resume
• Current PT license for the applicable state
• BLS certification
• Professional references
• Skills checklist
• Upstream coversheet
• Required demographic information per agency submission process

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced outpatient Physical Therapist with strong orthopedic and post-operative rehabilitation skills who can manage a high-volume caseload of approximately 12–14 patients per day. Experience with vestibular, TMJ, or pelvic health patients is highly desirable, while pelvic health experience is not mandatory.