Travel Physical Therapist Job

Overview
Physical Therapist – Meeker, CO, United States. Travel - temporary assignment starting 04/27/2026 for 13 weeks. Guaranteed hours: 40 per week. Weekly pay: $2,241–$2,306 per week. Shift: 5x8 Days in a hospital setting. This inpatient PT assignment requires licensure and credentialing per the job notes. Scheduling notes from the facility indicate days are typically 8 am–5 pm or 4x10-hour shifts, with occasional Saturday coverage if orthopedic surgery occurs on a Friday.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,241–$2,306 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 Days; schedule may include 8-hour days or 4x10-hour shifts, with occasional Saturday when ortho surgery on Friday
- Start date: 04/27/2026
- Travel requirement: permanent address must be at least 65 miles away from the facility; local travelers will not be considered
- Location and setting: Meeker, CO; inpatient hospital setting

Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive PT evaluations for inpatients and develop individualized treatment plans to address mobility, strength, balance, gait, and functional goals.
- Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, manual therapy, and disability prevention strategies, while monitoring progress and adjusting plans as needed.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, therapists); participate in rounds; communicate discharge plans and home exercise programs to patients and families.
- Document patient encounters, progress notes, and outcomes in the electronic medical record; ensure compliance with hospital policies and infection control procedures.
- Prioritize and manage an inpatient caseload, coordinate scheduling, and provide timely discharge planning and patient education.

Requirements
- Active physical therapy license for the state of Colorado (or eligible and progressing toward licensure per credentialing requirements)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent
- Inpatient/hospital-based PT experience preferred
- CPR/BLS certification as required by the facility
- Ability to work in a hospital setting and adapt to a fast-paced environment; availability for the described schedule and potential Saturday coverage

Benefits and Support
- Direct billing arrangement: invoices submitted weekly to [email protected]
- Timekeeping: agency timecards accepted
- Assignment logistics: 13-week travel assignment with 40 guaranteed hours per week
- Billing system reference: Medefis
- Assignment support: professional support provided through the staffing partner for the duration of the assignment
- Scheduling and credentialing support to facilitate a quick start

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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