Travel Physical Therapist - Inpatient/Outpatient - $1,990 per week

Specialty: Physical Therapist | Discipline: Therapy

Start Date: 08/31/2026 | Duration: 12 weeks | 40 hours per week | Shift: 8 hours, days | Employment Type: Travel

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide quality care within an acute inpatient and outpatient setting. The successful candidate will evaluate and treat a diverse patient population, including those with orthopedic, neurological, and debility diagnoses.

The therapist will treat an average of 7 patients per day with conditions primarily related to:

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) care
• Wound care
• Orthopedic injuries
• Neurological conditions
• Debility
• Acute inpatient and acute rehabilitation cases

Utilize a combination of inpatient (80%) and outpatient (20%) treatment depending on patient census and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care according to established physical therapy protocols.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and goals.
• Conduct risk assessments, patient evaluations, and maintain accurate patient records.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy staff to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• May be required to precept or mentor students and new staff as necessary.

Requirements

• Current Texas Physical Therapy License and national certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
• Preferred experience in wound care; however, it is not required.
• Experience in inpatient and outpatient settings is highly valued.

Department Information

The unit is supported by a collaborative team, including 2-3 Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and a therapy technician. This environment encourages continuous learning, with opportunities to manage various general PT cases. Specialized cases will be referred to a sister facility for further management.

Schedule

Standard shifts are Monday to Friday, with no weekend requirements. Holiday rotations may be needed and will be discussed during the interview process.

Additional Information

• Dress code consists of maroon scrubs, which are not provided.
• Call-outs are strongly discouraged and may affect employment status.
• Department-specific orientation will be provided to ensure readiness for the role.

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way.