Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Montgomery, AL at a hospital where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
- Active Alabama state license or ability to obtain state license prior to the assignment start.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Acute care experience preferred. Candidates without acute care experience will be considered if willing to be trained and coached.
- Experience with Cerner/PowerChart EMR preferred.
- Ability to manage high-volume caseloads (typical patient load 10–12 per therapist, approximately 15 units per day).
- Team player who is adaptable and coachable.
Preferred Qualifications
- MSPT or DPT degree preferred.
- Experience treating trauma, orthopedics, neuro, cardiac, post-op, ICU, and med-surg patients.
- Prior hospital or level II trauma center experience preferred.
Assignment Details
- Standard hours per week: 40.
- Schedule: five 8-hour shifts per week.
- Weekend rotation: approximately once per month.
- May be asked to assist with major or minor seasonal holiday coverage per policy.
- Casueload may include any area within the hospital including trauma, orthopedics, neuro, med-surg, ICU, and ED; floating within the hospital is required.
- Three-day departmental orientation. Initial 1:1 support with a rehab aide during first one to two weeks.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits beginning first day of eligibility.
- Medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Referral bonuses and travel and license reimbursement.
- 100% paid housing options available.
Impacting Patient Care
Provide acute care physical therapy in a hospital setting serving trauma, orthopedic, neurologic, cardiac, post-operative, ICU, and medical-surgical populations. Contribute to timely evaluations, treatment progression, and interdisciplinary coordination using Cerner/PowerChart. Support patient throughput and outcomes in a busy 492-bed facility and primary stroke center.
Location Highlights
Montgomery offers historic and cultural attractions within easy reach. The city features the Rosa Parks Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, both located in the downtown historic district within a short drive. Enjoy outdoor recreation at the nearby Montgomery Riverfront and Blount Cultural Park, with downtown dining and performance venues like the Alabama Shakespeare Festival accessible within a 10–20 minute commute. The area provides suburban living with access to state parks and regional highways for weekend travel.
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.
