Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,919 to $2,119 per week in Highlands, NC

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active North Carolina Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in acute care and long-term care settings preferred. Candidate should be comfortable treating inpatient acute care patients and residents in skilled nursing or long-term care environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage caseloads, document per facility requirements, and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital (acute care and long-term care services).
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0800-1630.
• Work settings: Acute inpatient and Eckerd Living Center (long-term care) coverage.

Location Highlights

Highlands, NC offers mountain living with close access to outdoor recreation and a walkable town center. The town sits near the Nantahala National Forest and is within a 30- to 60-minute drive of Cashiers and the Appalachian Trail access points, providing hiking and waterfall viewing. Highlands is on Highway 64 between Highlands and Cashiers and features nearby scenic overlooks, golf courses, and a compact downtown with galleries and restaurants, suitable for clinicians seeking a quiet, small-town mountain lifestyle with convenient access to outdoor adventures and regional transit via nearby US highways.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefits may include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching, reimbursement programs, and housing assistance through the travel program. Your recruiter will provide full benefit details.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and receive full-time assignments with professional support, benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will share program specifics.

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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.