Inpatient | Physical Therapist

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Inpatient Rehabilitation Contract in Gwynn Oak, MD

Travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Gwynn Oak, Maryland, supporting adult and geriatric patients through meaningful inpatient rehabilitation and recovery milestones.

Bring your expertise to an inpatient rehabilitation team serving patients with spinal cord injuries, neurological conditions, and related functional impairments. This 13-week physical therapy travel contract offers a consistent weekday schedule, meaningful clinical work, and the opportunity to help patients achieve greater independence. Gwynn Oak is conveniently located in the greater Baltimore area, offering access to a vibrant metropolitan community, cultural attractions, and convenient local amenities.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

• Location: Gwynn Oak, Maryland, in the greater Baltimore area
• Specialty: Inpatient Physical Therapy / Rehabilitation
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 23, 2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,970–$2,120
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week
• Shift: 8-hour days, approximately 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: One weekend per month, as scheduled
• Holiday Requirement: Holidays as they fall, as scheduled
• On-Call: Not required
• Floating: No floating expected
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Typical Daily Census: 15–22 patients
• Travelers: First-time travel Physical Therapists are welcome

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of physical therapy experience, preferably in inpatient rehabilitation
• Active Maryland Physical Therapist license or eligible Compact license
• Current BLS certification
• Experience treating spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, or similar diagnoses
• Ability to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and provide safe, effective rehabilitation services
• Proficiency with mobility, transfer, gait, strengthening, balance, and functional training techniques
• Experience with electronic documentation systems; Epic experience preferred
• LTAC or rehabilitation hospital experience preferred
• Comfort using Hoyer lifts, overhead lifts, and body-weight-supported devices
• Flu vaccination is required

Inpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and ongoing reassessments for adult and geriatric patients
• Develop individualized plans of care and measurable short- and long-term rehabilitation goals
• Provide treatment for patients with spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, and related functional impairments
• Deliver gait training, transfer training, strengthening, range-of-motion exercises, balance activities, and functional mobility interventions
• Use adaptive equipment and assistive devices, including rolling walkers, wheelchairs, sliding boards, specialty beds, and lifts
• Monitor vital signs, safety, skin integrity, pain, cognition, and patient response to treatment
• Educate patients and families regarding mobility, home exercise programs, safety, equipment, and discharge planning
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to promote functional progress and safe transitions of care
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, and discharge recommendations accurately and promptly

Apply now for this inpatient rehabilitation travel Physical Therapist contract in Gwynn Oak, Maryland, near Baltimore.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.