Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,034 to $2,234 per week in Highlands, NC

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a travel Physical Therapist team in Highlands, NC, where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while working in a hospital setting. This role emphasizes hands-on treatment with a rehab focus in a facility that supports comprehensive inpatient therapy services. Expect to work with lift equipment and a large rehab gym, document in Cerner, and provide patient-centered care across a variety of rehab needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active North Carolina Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred, with hospital or inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• Ability to evaluate and treat hospitalized patients with a strong rehabilitation mindset; treatment-focused practice expected.
• Experience using Cerner or similar electronic health record systems preferred.
• Ability to work with lift equipment and in a large rehab gym environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a critical access or swing-bed hospital environment.
• Experience providing therapy in simulated home environments (functional kitchen and laundry setups) and outdoor therapy sessions.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 08:00–16:30.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, set schedule.
• Floating: May float to an on-site long-term care center in the same building as needed.
• Documentation system: Cerner.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package starting day one.
• Medical benefits and retirement plan options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral program opportunities and travel/license reimbursement options.
• Housing assistance may be available.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide direct, treatment-focused physical therapy for inpatient rehab and swing-bed patients. Work closely with interdisciplinary teams and support patient mobility, safety, and functional independence. Contribute to positive patient experience initiatives and deliver care using available lift equipment and a fully equipped rehab gym. Documentation is completed in Cerner.

Location Highlights

Highlands, NC offers immediate access to outdoor recreation and a cultural small-town experience. The town lies near Highlands-Cashiers Plateau and is within short drives to Whiteside Mountain and part of the Nantahala National Forest. The area provides hiking on multiple well-known trails and access to nearby waterfalls and scenic overlooks within 30 minutes. The locale features a downtown district with galleries and seasonal festivals, and offers a quiet, rural mountain lifestyle with easy drives to regional services and state parks.

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. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.