Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Canon City, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 2 years of acute care experience and an active PT license for an acute care position.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in an acute care setting treating patients with neuromuscular, orthopedic, and physically-related disorders
• Service includes a variety of therapeutic interventions such as ADL retraining, manual therapy, therapeutic activities, aquatic therapy, and neuromuscular re-education
• Patient population comprises those requiring strengthening, modalities, training in daily living activities, and other rehabilitative therapies
• Work standard 8-hour day shifts with required flexibility for weekends and holidays
• Floating to other areas or sites may be required based on staffing needs
• Epic EMR is used for documentation
• Responsibilities include patient education in home safety, use of adaptive equipment, and compensatory techniques
• Participate in documentation, program development, teaching, and enhancement of clinical skills
• 12 hours of orientation are provided and clinicians must be in-state for orientation, even if first-day modules are remote
• Current employees or those employed in the past year at a related facility are not eligible
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility based on the address on driver’s license
• Scrub or professional dress code may be required; verify at assignment
• Weekend and holiday coverage as needed

\n \n Requirements\n

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience as a Physical Therapist, with preference for direct care experience in outpatient, inpatient, or rehab units
• Current BLS certification is required
• Active state or Compact (NLC) Physical Therapist license required at the time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Copy of driver's license must be provided
• License required if applicable
• Dry Needling Certification or education required only if performing dry needling
• Familiarity with electronic medical records, preferably Epic
• Two professional references: one supervisor from within the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the past 3 years

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-631924. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Remote work, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift,

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