What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital position at American Traveler?
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 10, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting, with 1 year of experience and new grads considered for this critical access hospital with outpatient, inpatient, and home visit coverage.
Details
- Critical access hospital offering outpatient, inpatient, and home visits with a swing bed program in a rural community
- 3 outpatient PT clinics plus inpatient coverage; staffing needs may shift between areas
- PT workload is generally kept in one area (OP or IP) but flexibility to cover other areas is required based on need
- Shift options include 4x10 hour or 5x8 hour shifts, with hours ranging 34-40 per week depending on census or caseload
- Weekend coverage required every 3rd weekend
- No on-call requirements
- No floating to sister facilities required
- Epic charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience required; new grads may be considered
- BLS certification required
- MT state license required if applicable
- Skills in documentation, assessment, pain assessment, and patient/family education required
- First-time travelers accepted if they have at least 1 year of experience in the discipline
Additional Information
- Role involves evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized treatment programs to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support patient independence
- Works collaboratively with providers and care teams across acute, outpatient, and long-term care settings
- Offers broad clinical exposure not typically found in larger, specialized systems
- Small-town community setting allows clinicians to build close relationships with patients
- Located near Clark Fork River with access to outdoor recreation including skiing, snowshoeing, and wildlife viewing
- Within driving distance of Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, and the cities of Missoula and Kalispell
- Local candidates accepted
- No RTO restrictions
- Open to accommodating block scheduling
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan