Hospital | Physical Therapist | 13-Week Travel PT Contract – Temple, TX

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Inpatient Rehabilitation in Temple, Texas

Join an inpatient rehabilitation team as a Travel Physical Therapist in Temple, Texas. This 13-week physical therapy assignment offers the opportunity to restore patient mobility, build independence, and support safe discharge planning while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Temple is a welcoming Central Texas community with a relaxed atmosphere, convenient amenities, and easy access to regional parks, culture, and outdoor recreation. Apply now for this rewarding inpatient rehabilitation physical therapy job in Texas.

Travel Physical Therapy Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,900-$2,040
• Location: Temple, Texas
• Healthcare Setting: Inpatient rehabilitation
• Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift; 5 shifts per week
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 13-week travel assignment
• Openings: 1

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• Current, valid Physical Therapist (PT) license in the applicable state
• Minimum of 2 years of professional Physical Therapist experience
• Previous inpatient rehabilitation or inpatient rehab experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required before the first shift
• Ability to provide skilled physical therapy in accordance with state practice standards and applicable regulatory requirements
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Inpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional progress and discharge goals.
• Provide skilled physical therapy through individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions based on patient needs.
• Use clinical judgment to modify interventions and advance patients toward greater independence within the established length of stay.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to identify and address barriers to discharge.
• Coordinate equipment trials and ordering, patient and family training, home exercise programs, and recommendations for continuing services.
• Document evaluations, daily treatment, goals, functional outcomes, medical necessity, discharge planning, and charges accurately and promptly.
• Ensure care is delivered under valid physician orders and in accordance with applicable authorization requirements and facility policies.
• Maintain a safe environment by following safe patient-handling practices, infection-prevention procedures, and workplace safety standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and student education opportunities as assigned.

Apply now to join the inpatient rehabilitation healthcare team as a Travel Physical Therapist in Temple, Texas.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.