Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient

Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Facility: Rivers Health
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (March 16, 2026 – June 15, 2026)
Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,587.58
Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8 Hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
Patient Load: ~8 Patients per Day

Recruiter: Harish
Company: Trinity Healthcare Talent Services

Position Overview

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for a hospital-based outpatient therapy setting at Rivers Health in Point Pleasant, WV. The selected candidate will provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients with orthopedic, neurologic, and post-surgical conditions.

This role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, delivering therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient mobility, strength, and functional independence.

Facility Information

• Facility: Rivers Health

• Setting: Hospital-Based Outpatient Therapy

• Total Staffed Beds: 49

• Average Patients per Day: 8

• Documentation Systems:

  • Meditech Expanse (Inpatient/Swing)

  • ReDoc (Outpatient)

The therapist may occasionally assist with Swing Bed or Inpatient coverage when required.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct initial patient evaluations and re-evaluations
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessments
Implement therapeutic exercises and functional rehabilitation programs
Provide gait training and mobility improvement strategies
Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and recovery strategies
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Maintain accurate documentation within EMR systems
Ensure safe patient handling, transfers, and mobility training

Patient Population

• Adults

• Geriatrics

Common Conditions Treated:

• Orthopedic injuries and post-operative recovery

• Spine and musculoskeletal disorders

• Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases

• Stroke rehabilitation and neurological conditions

• Balance disorders and vestibular conditions

• Mobility impairments and chronic pain conditions

Required Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience
BLS Certification
Experience in Outpatient, Acute Care, or Skilled Nursing settings preferred
Strong patient assessment and rehabilitation skills

Preferred Experience

• Community hospital experience

• EMR experience with Meditech or similar systems

Skills & Clinical Competencies

The ideal candidate should have experience in:

Orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation
Gait training and mobility assistance
Manual therapy techniques
Pain management modalities
Strength and mobility assessments
Use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment
Patient safety and fall prevention

Modalities and Techniques may include:

• E-stim

• Ultrasound

• TENS

• Cryotherapy

• Traction

• Therapeutic exercises

Compliance & Additional Requirements

Flu Vaccine Required (Medical or Religious exemptions allowed)
COVID Vaccine Not Required

Additional Assignment Notes:

• Floating may occur based on facility needs

• Orientation: 16 hours

• Travelers may be required to work some holidays

• All required labs must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing