Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in New Orleans, Louisiana.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 13-week acute care hospital contract in a Burn Unit, requiring Epic experience and a 4x10 day shift schedule including every weekend.

• Placement is in the Burn Unit of an acute care hospital setting
• Shift schedule is 4x10 hours, days (8:00–18:30), working Saturday and Sunday each week plus 2 additional shifts Monday–Friday
• Patient population consists of burn patients with 0–100% TBSA burns requiring physical therapy for mobility, positioning, pain management, and prevention of contractures and scarring
• Patient load ranges from 2–8 patients per day depending on census, with higher census in cooler months
• May assist with outpatient PT evaluations and therapy if time allows
• Floating within the inpatient setting is required
• Epic EMR experience is required
• Facility will consider both PT and OT candidates

• Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required
• Burn unit or acute care experience strongly implied by unit demands
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• Active Louisiana (LA) PT license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• A supervisor reference dated within the last 12 months is required for consideration
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
• Any employment gaps of more than 30 days must be documented and explained
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates

• Primary responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of burn patients focusing on mobility, positioning, and prevention of contractures and scarring
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Up to 5 days of RTO may be requested for this assignment
• Former permanent employees of any LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered for a travel assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-709060. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.