Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Prattville, AL at a community hospital setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Alabama state PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required. Acceptable from AHA or ARC.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience accepted. Client will consider first-time travelers with at least 2 years of experience; acute care experience preferred.
• Experience in acute care, med/surg, ICU, or emergency department environments preferred. Willingness to be trained and to learn if lacking acute care experience.
• Comfort working with general med/surg populations, some ICU patients, and treating ED patients when necessary.
• Ability to manage caseloads typically in the range of 8-10 patients per therapist and complete up to 15 evaluation/treatment units per day.
• Proficiency with Cerner/PowerChart EMR preferred.
• Demonstrated adaptability, coachability, and ability to function as a team player. Candidates must be willing to float to any area within the hospital including med/surg, ICU, and ED.
• Required orientation participation: 3-day departmental orientation with initial 1:1 support from a Rehab Aide during early shifts.
• MSPT or DPT degree listed as required per client documentation.
• Preferred: prior experience working with rehab aides and familiarity with shared-aide workflows.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Hospital (Community, approximately 107 beds).
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift details: Days .
• Schedule: 5x8 coverage noted.
• Caseload may include general med/surg, ICU, and ED patients. Floating across hospital areas is expected.
• Orientation: 3 days department orientation with 1:1 Rehab Aide support during initial week(s).
• Duration: 13-week travel assignment.

Location Highlights.

Prattville offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions within short drives. The city sits about 12 miles north of Montgomery, providing an urban amenity center and major airport access within a 20–30 minute drive. The area is 1–1.5 hours from the Gulf Coast beaches, offering coastal recreation options and waterfront days trips. Prattville is adjacent to the Alabama River corridor and near the historic downtown districts of Prattville and Wetumpka, supporting a suburban lifestyle with local dining, parks, and community events. Outdoor enthusiasts can reach state parks such as Oak Mountain State Park in roughly 40–50 minutes for hiking and mountain biking, and the Talladega National Forest in about 1.5–2 hours for extended outdoor adventures. Public transit options are limited locally; most clinicians use personal vehicles for commuting, with convenient access to Interstate routes for regional travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. A recruiter will provide complete benefit details during the application process.

• 24/7 recruiter support for assignment coordination.
• Travel and licensure reimbursement details provided through recruiter.
• Housing assistance options available; specifics provided upon application.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians.