Travel ContractPhysical Therapist, Acute Rehabilitation
$1,808-2,474/week
Physical Therapist, Acute Rehabilitation
Saint Joseph, Missouri
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Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Position
Location: St. Joseph, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Position Overview
- Specialty: Physical Therapy (PT)
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Day
- Weekly Hours: 32 hours guaranteed
- Weekend Hours: Approximately 1 weekend per month
- Call Requirements: None
- Float Requirements: May float to other units within the hospital if census drops
Facility & Unit Information
- Unit: 3N Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU)
- Number of Beds: 18
- Trauma Level: Level 2 trauma hospital
- Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
- Common Diagnoses/Treatments: Stroke, Parkinson’s disease, joint replacement, orthopedic conditions, neurological conditions
- Patient Ratios: Nursing 5:1
- Equipment: Standard physical therapy equipment
- Electronic Health Record (EHR): Epic
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapist license in Missouri
- Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience within the last year
- Completion of hospital-required trainings
Dress Code
- Solid color scrubs (matching top and bottom) or black bottoms with any solid color top
- Closed-toe shoes required
- No outside branded t-shirts allowed
Additional Notes
- This role requires flexibility to float to other units if needed
- The position emphasizes working with adult and geriatric patients in a rehabilitation setting
- No call or overnight shifts required
About Saint Joseph, MO
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Saint Joseph, MO here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
- Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Saint Joseph has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
- Variety of restaurants, local art scene, live music venues, sports events, and outdoor activities near the Missouri River.
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