Travel Physical Therapist Job
Physical Therapist travel assignment in a hospital setting located in Baltimore, Maryland. The start date is May 11, 2026, for a 13-week assignment with guaranteed 40 hours per week. Shift opportunities are 5 days per week with 8-hour days. This role falls under a travel - temporary assignment, offering a structured acute care environment and teamwork within an interdisciplinary clinical team.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,407–$1,512 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Five 8-hour days (5x8)
- Start date: May 11, 2026
- Work setting: Hospital, acute care
Responsibilities
- Under general supervision of a physical therapist, assist patients in reaching maximum physical potential and implement prescribed therapeutic interventions.
- Treat patients using appropriate physical therapy techniques and ensure progress is documented in the EMR.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning; contribute to rounds and care coordination.
- Demonstrate competency in treating multiple patient populations within the acute care setting, including at least one high-risk population.
- Prioritize patient scheduling, manage an average caseload per productivity standards, and monitor patient status with timely communication to the supervising PT.
- Utilize standardized tests to support documentation and track patient progress; alert the supervising PT to any changes in status.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and professional communication with patients, families, and team members.
- Maintain proficiency in EMR navigation and adherence to the Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act as applicable.
Requirements
- Active Maryland license as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) [REQUIRED]
- 1+ year of current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) experience [REQUIRED]
- Acute care experience is highly preferred
- Active American Heart Association BLS certification [REQUIRED]
- COVID-19 vaccine documentation required [REQUIRED]
- Proficiency in EMR navigation and ability to follow established treatment plans
- Ability to work in an acute care hospital setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance as part of the assignment process
- Ongoing assignment support and coordination with the clinical team
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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