Job Description
Seize a dynamic opportunity as a Travel Physical Therapist, specializing in Physical Therapy, and bring your expertise to Sullivan, Missouri while enjoying the flexibility to serve patients across the United States. This role invites you to make a lasting difference in mobility, functional independence, and quality of life for diverse populations, from post-surgical rehabilitation to chronic condition management. Picture guiding patients to meaningful, measurable gains each day, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and adapting your approach to meet each facility’s unique needs. January 5, 2026 marks the start of a journey that blends clinical excellence with adventurous travel, offering contracts that unfold in weeks with extensions available based on performance, facility demand, and your own professional goals. Weekly compensation ranges from $2,215 to $2,374, reflecting the value you bring as a seasoned Physical Therapist. While guaranteed hours are not guaranteed, you’ll enjoy the autonomy to select assignments that align with your preferences, pace, and lifestyle, creating a sustainable and rewarding travel career.
Location Benefits: Sullivan, Missouri, sits in the heart of the Show-Me State, where small-town charm meets opportunities for outdoor exploration and cultural discovery. The area offers a welcoming community atmosphere, accessible amenities, and a lower cost of living that supports a balanced lifestyle for traveling clinicians. When you’re off the floor, you can enjoy Missouri’s diverse landscapes—from scenic parks and hiking trails to nearby lakes and rivers ideal for weekend getaways. Missouri’s central location also opens doors to weekend trips to vibrant urban centers and lesser-known scenic byways, enriching your experience beyond the clinical setting. And for practitioners who crave variety, the role also presents the possibility of working in multiple locations across the U.S., delivering exposure to different patient populations, facility cultures, and care delivery models. This blend of stable, welcoming home base plus the chance to travel broadens your clinical perspective while maintaining patient impact at the core of your mission. In addition to professional growth, you’ll savor the opportunity to build lasting connections within a network of healthcare professionals who share a commitment to compassionate care in varied environments.
Role Specifics and Benefits: As a Physical Therapist on a traveling assignment, you’ll conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement evidence-informed interventions to optimize range of motion, strength, balance, and functional mobility. You’ll monitor progress, adjust plans as needed, educate patients and families on home exercise programs, and document outcomes accurately in electronic medical records. Collaboration is key: you’ll work with physicians, nurses, therapists across disciplines, case managers, and facility staff to ensure smooth transitions of care and consistent patient progress. Your role will emphasize patient advocacy, safety, and adherence to best practices while adapting to diverse clinical settings—acute care, outpatient, inpatient rehab, or skilled nursing environments. Professional growth opportunities abound, including specialization in neurorehabilitation, orthopedics, pediatrics, or geriatrics, plus access to continuing education and mentorship to sharpen your clinical acumen. In recognition of your expertise, the position offers competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and housing assistance to ease relocation and temporary housing needs. You’ll also have the chance to extend contracts, increasing continuity of care for patients and stability for your own schedule. To support you on the road, 24/7 company-backed travel and clinical support is available—ensuring you’re never navigating a challenging day alone. While on assignment, you’ll have access to dedicated coordinators who streamline housing, credentialing, and logistics, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding patient care and achieving clinical outcomes.
Company Values: Our organization is built on empowering clinicians to advance their careers within a supportive, collaborative environment. We champion professional development through structured mentorship, ongoing education, and opportunities to expand your scope of practice. We recognize the expertise traveling clinicians bring to each community, and we invest in your growth with resources, planning support, and a culture that values well-being, autonomy, and ethical patient care. The emphasis on teamwork, transparent communication, and a patient-first mindset creates a workplace where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and feel appreciated for your dedication to improving lives. You’ll become part of a network that celebrates your clinical leadership and your willingness to explore new settings, while receiving consistent backing that prioritizes your safety and success on every assignment.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to extend your impact as a Physical Therapist, embark on a journey that fuses clinical excellence with travel and discovery, and join a company that places your development and well-being at the forefront, apply today. Start date January 5, 2026, with contracts that run in weeks and offer the potential for extensions as you demonstrate expertise and adaptability. This is your chance to deliver high-quality care across diverse settings, experience Missouri’s hospitality and landscape, and broaden your professional horizons while earning competitive weekly pay of $2,215–$2,374. Whether you’re seeking a fresh clinical challenge, a chance to collaborate with exceptional teams, or a path to greater career mobility, your next chapter starts here. Note that the hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Join us in shaping the future of physical therapy—one patient at a time, one journey at a time.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.
Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Work from home, Relocation, Relocation package, Weekend work,