Travel Physical Therapist - $2,966 per week

American Traveler · Webster, SD · Yesterday

On-siteInternship

About the Role

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 1 year of experience to provide coverage across outpatient, inpatient, and skilled nursing facility settings in an acute care hospital in Webster, South Dakota.

8-bed Physical Therapy unit within a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) trauma level setting
Primarily outpatient hospital-based, with coverage across inpatient and skilled nursing facility settings
Monday-Friday day shift, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (no weekends or call required)
13-week assignment starting August 17, 2026, with 40 hours per week (5x8hr shifts)
Uses EPIC for charting and computerized modality equipment

Responsibilities

Administer physical therapy interventions and document patient evaluations
Establish and modify therapeutic plans as needed
Educate patients and family members on treatment plans and home exercise programs
Treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnoses and disorders using age-appropriate techniques
Incorporate current research and evidence-based practice into daily patient treatment
Adhere to departmental documentation guidelines and clinical practice standards

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapist
Current BLS certification
State licensure as a Physical Therapist in South Dakota (or eligibility)
Experience with computerized charting and modality equipment

Facility Orientation

Safety measures, HIPAA, and standard precautions
In-department training on setting-specific equipment and modalities
Business casual dress code
Badge in/out required at the facility

Local candidates within 80 miles of the facility may be considered.

Benefits

Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of assignment
Generous 401(k) match
Substantial housing stipends
24/7 support and access to in-house clinicians