About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital opportunity in city of topeka, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Topeka, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Physical Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 11/11/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 11, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an Inpatient Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting, requiring 1+ year of experience and a Kansas PT license.
Details
Inpatient acute care rehabilitation setting
Evaluate and treat patients in ED, ortho/spine, rehab, tele, and med-surg units
Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, either 7:00-15:30 or 8:00-16:30
3 weekend days required per 6-week schedule
Patient ratio of 1:1
Epic charting system preferred
Travelers may float to like units within scope as needed, with brief orientation provided
Requirements
Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required
Kansas PT license required (license required if applicable)
BLS certification required
Experience with acute care and rehabilitation hospital settings preferred
Skilled in adaptive devices, AROM/AAROM/PROM, assistive devices, pain assessment, strength testing, and vital sign monitoring
Proficient in documentation including assessments, discharge planning, evaluations, and care goals
Experience with equipment such as bed alarms, call lights, gait belts, hospital/specialty beds, Hoyer lifts, and sliding boards
Experience treating neurologic and orthopedic conditions including post-stroke rehab, spinal cord injury, hip fractures, and joint replacements
Experience with geriatric and orthopedic patient populations preferred
Skilled in home exercise program development and patient/family education
Additional Information
Main responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients across multiple acute care units
Open to first-time travelers
Must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility;
local candidates not accepted
Former employees must have a 1-year break in service before returning as a traveler
No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Worksite address
city of topeka, KS, 66621, US
Who can apply
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