Travel Long Term Acute Care Physical Therapist - $2,286 per week
Specialty: Physical Therapist | Discipline: Therapy | Start Date: 09/21/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks | Employment Type: Travel
Position Details
Setting: Acute Care / Critical Access Hospital in Gordon, Nebraska. Full-time day shift, 40 hours per week (8-hour days). Patient population includes acute care, post-surgical, swing bed, orthopedic, neurological, and geriatric patients.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients in the acute care and swing bed settings
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on mobility, balance, strength, and safe discharge planning
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, OT, SLP, and case management teams
- Assist patients recovering from surgery, stroke, injury, cardiac events, and medical illnesses
- Complete EMR documentation and maintain productivity standards
- Educate patients and families on exercises, mobility safety, and discharge recommendations
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Active Nebraska PT license or ability to obtain one
- Acute care or hospital experience preferred
- Comfortable working independently in a rural healthcare environment
- Strong communication and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
Why This Opportunity?
- Work in a supportive Critical Access Hospital environment
- Opportunity for diverse caseload experience including acute care and swing bed rehab
- Collaborative rehab department with one-on-one patient care focus
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and potential relocation assistance
- Experience the slower pace and outdoor lifestyle of western Nebraska
About Ardor Health Solutions
Ardor Health Solutions formed in 2001 and remains a privately held medical staffing business owned and operated by the same family. The company offers therapy services, nursing services, and allied services, with recruiters and client services representatives averaging 5–15 years of tenure. Caregivers often complete multiple assignments with Ardor Health due to its reliable payroll (weekly since 2001) and supportive environment.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay
- Pet insurance
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits (start day 1)
- Free medical insurance plan option (contact recruiter for details)
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Discount program