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Upstream Rehabilitation
North Salt Lake, Utah

Physical Therapist - National Traveler

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$120k-$145k

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist – National Traveler (Journey by Upstream)
  • Competitive Compensation: $120k - $145K
  • 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.

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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.

Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background, and geographic location of the clinic. Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

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 care plans for patients in an outpatient setting. Collaborate with local clinical teams to deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy across various locations.

Requirements

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

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningClinical documentationCollaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $134k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 64% have no call, 32% require no weekends.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Utah?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$120k–$145kPhysical Therapy median $91k (middle half $66k–$108k)165 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$134k in purchasing powerUtah index 98.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Utah86 active21,858 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 64% no call · 32% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonus · loan repaymentUtah Physical Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus · 28% offer loan repayment105 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,752 in the last 30 days4,473 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

31 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs · 13 employers
6
<$105k
13
$105k-120k
4
$120k-135k
4
$135k-150k
4
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
80% this job
Sign-on bonus
43% this job
CME allowance
43% this job
Loan repayment
7% this job
Relocation assistance
3% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

Home Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond

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$150k
#3

Home Health Physical Therapist - Glendale

$150k
#4

Home Health Physical Therapist - Hayward

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,256 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation $120k-$145K
Monthly non-taxed housing stipend
Travel reimbursement
Tiered assignment bonuses and productivity-based incentives
Student loan repayment opportunities
Paid Time Off and holidays
Paid relocation days between assignments
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability insurance

Living in North Salt Lake

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$492k≈ 4.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,771/mo≈ 18% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.