Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist with 1+ year of orthopedic outpatient experience to treat multiple patients simultaneously across several clinic locations.

Details

• Outpatient Physical Therapy setting
• Day shift, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
• Weekly float required between Goodyear, Buckeye, and Surprise clinic locations
• Productivity expectation of approximately 60 visits per 40-hour week
• Treats more than one patient at a time
• Patient population includes orthopedic conditions, injured workers, and those requiring post-op rehabilitation
• Performs specialized testing including WorkSTEPS, APET, Work Hardening Evaluations, and Functional Capacity Evaluations
• Conducts ergonomic evaluations and job analyses

Requirements

• Active AZ PT license required before start date, or proof that license will be obtained prior to start (License required if applicable)
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient experience required
• BLS certification required
• Outpatient orthopedic experience required
• Experience treating multiple patients concurrently required
• Charting system experience required (any EMR)
• Must maintain licensure in good standing throughout the assignment

Additional Information

• Evaluates and treats physical therapy patients per physician referral or direct access
• Supervises physical therapy assistants and PT technicians in carrying out plans of care
• Assesses and treats injured workers using ACOMP systems for safe return-to-work planning
• Utilizes various modalities and exercise equipment available at the facility
• Communicates patient progress weekly to rehab nurses and maintains timely documentation with referring physicians
• Assists with scheduling, phone coverage, and intake of referrals as needed
• Understands and applies billing codes for various payer types
• May support marketing and community outreach efforts as patient load allows
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position