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Physical Therapist, Acute Rehabilitation
Saint Joseph, Missouri
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$1,808-2,474/week
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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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