Physical Therapist Travel
Listed compensation
up to $3,182
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
We Are Hiring
- Location: Local and national travel options are available dependent on need.
- Facility: Multiple Ascension acute care hospitals
- Department: Associate Travel Program - Physical Therapy
- Schedule: Multiple Shifts available | 36-40 hours per week
- Gross Rate up to $3,182 per week
What You Will Do
- Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy programs.
- Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Develop, revise, and evaluate patient and family-centered plans of care.
- Execute therapy interventions using standard techniques tailored to patient needs.
- Oversee physical therapy assistants, students, and support personnel.
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s)
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Licensed Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy (RPT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Preferred Credential(s)
Drivers License.
Education
Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
- Additional Preferences
- 1+ year recent experience as a Physical Therapist
Why Join Our Team
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy programs and perform initial and ongoing patient assessments. Develop and execute patient-centered plans of care while overseeing assistants and support personnel.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid Physical Therapy license (RPT), with BLS certification obtained within 30 days of hire. A Master's degree and at least one year of recent experience as a Physical Therapist are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 53% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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