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Upstream Rehabilitation
Elkton, Maryland

Physical Therapist National Traveler

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist – National Traveler (Journey by Upstream)
  • Nationwide - Competitive salary + housing stipend & bonuses - Adventure + Stability
  • Take Your PT Career on the Road — with the Security of Upstream Rehabilitation

Tired of choosing between travel freedom and career stability? Now you don’t have to.

Join Journey by Upstream, our national travel physical therapy program designed for adventurous clinicians who want to explore new locations without sacrificing benefits, consistency, or career growth.

With over 1,200 outpatient clinics across 28 states, and 26+ respected regional brands like BenchMark, Results, and Drayer, Upstream offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to see the country, grow your skills, and build your career — all with one trusted employer.

Why PTs Choose Journey by Upstream

Exceptional Total Compensation Package

  • Competitive salary + monthly non-taxed housing stipend & travel reimbursement
  • Tiered assignment bonuses and productivity-based incentives
  • Student loan repayment opportunities
  • Paid Time Off, holidays, and paid relocation days between assignments
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability insurance
  • Structured onboarding, mentorship, and continuing education
  • Advantages You Won’t Find with a Travel Agency
  • Guaranteed full-time work – no risk of cancellations or lost hours
  • Continuous insurance coverage between assignments, even during PTO
  • One EMR and standardized systems across all Upstream clinics – no need to re-learn documentation each time
  • Flexible assignment lengths: typically 13 weeks, with 6- or 12-month options available
  • Career mobility – transition into a permanent location when you’re ready or keep exploring indefinitely
  • What You’ll Do
  • Develop personalized, evidence-based care plans
  • Deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy
  • Collaborate with local clinical teams and leaders across our brands
  • Build meaningful connections in new communities
  • Continue to learn and grow in a supportive, values-driven culture
  • What You’ll Need
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Active or pending Physical Therapist license in applicable state(s)

Your Next Adventure Starts Here

Combine your passion for outpatient orthopedics with your love for travel and new experiences. As part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, the nation’s largest dedicated outpatient rehab provider, you’ll enjoy the freedom of travel and the security of a full time employer.

  • Join thousands of clinicians who are redefining what it means to love where you work.
  • Apply today to start your Journey.

Follow @Lifeatupstream on Instagram, and check out our LinkedIn company page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of the #upstreamfamily.

Click Here to Learn Even More About Upstream

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement personalized, evidence-based physical therapy care plans for patients in an outpatient setting. Collaborate with local clinical teams to deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven rehabilitation services.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program. Requires an active or pending Physical Therapist license in the applicable state.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentClinical documentationCollaborationPatient care

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 40 employers

20
<$105k
14
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
14
$135k-150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks44 jobs · 40 employers

401k / retirement match
84% this job
CME allowance
77% this job
Sign-on bonus
59% this job
Loan repayment
36% this job
Relocation assistance
11% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$103k-$149k
#2

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Adoration Health · Gaithersburg, Maryland

$47.61-$71.52/hr
#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,081 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Elkton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$333k
Typical market rent
$1,935/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

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Benefits & Perks

Housing stipend
Travel reimbursement
Tiered assignment bonuses
Productivity-based incentives
Student loan repayment
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Paid relocation days