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Travel physical therapists take short-term assignments at clinics, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation centers that need licensed PTs to cover staffing gaps. These contracts offer variety and strong pay, and the openings listed here come from real employer postings.
Employers require a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent, an active state license (with licensure compact participation easing multi-state work), and clinical experience appropriate to the setting — outpatient ortho, inpatient rehab, or SNF, for example. New-grad-friendly assignments exist but are less common in travel.
Travel PT packages combine an hourly or weekly rate with housing and meal stipends, often exceeding permanent-position pay. Setting and region drive both demand and compensation. Keeping your license and certifications current lets you move quickly when a good contract appears.
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