American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Lubbock, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- 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: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Inpatient Rehab unit, welcoming new grads and requiring current BLS certification.
Details
- Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital setting with 93 beds, 80 currently staffed
- Patient population spans all ages, averaging 65 years old, with occasional pediatric cases
- Caseload is approximately 60% neurologic conditions (spinal cord injury, stroke, MS, ALS, Parkinson's) and 40% other diagnoses
- Typical productivity involves 6-6.5 hours of direct patient care, treating 6-7 patients per day at about 1 hour each
- Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
- No weekend scheduling required
- Uses WellSky EMR
Requirements
- Current BLS certification required
- New graduates are accepted
- Experience with neurologic patient populations preferred, including spinal cord injury, stroke, MS, ALS, and Parkinson's disease
- Experience with post-op spinal surgery and spinal mobilization preferred
- Familiarity with Neurodevelopmental Technique (NDT) is a plus
- License required if applicable
Additional Information
- Primary responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of patients with neurologic and orthopedic conditions in an inpatient rehab setting
- Treats a range of neurologic conditions including cognitive disorders, concussion, muscular dystrophy, nerve palsy, traumatic brain injury, and dementia/Alzheimer's
- Scrub color requirement is black and/or red
- Open to first-time travelers
- Accepts local candidates at the same pay rate
American Traveler Job ID #P-726014. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Rehab
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.
