Physical Therapist in Plains, Montana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Plains, MT
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,499/Per Week
- Profession
- Physical Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $69.42
- Weekly
- $2,499
- Yearly (full-time)
- $129,948
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $69.42/hour — 58% above the median for Physical Therapist jobs in Montana ($43.97/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Physical Therapist jobs in Montana right now
- 72 open Physical Therapist jobs in Montana from 4 agencies, 8 of them in Plains.
- Pay in these listings: $35.78 – $86.28/hour, median $60.52/hour.
- Typical Physical Therapist pay in Montana: $43.97/hour ($91,458/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($67.59/hour across 14 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel Physical Therapist assignment offers broad clinical experience in a rural critical access hospital setting in Plains, Montana. You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support independence across acute, outpatient, inpatient, and home-visit services. The team includes three outpatient clinics and adjusts coverage based on patient needs, so flexibility across settings is important. This is a strong opportunity for a first-time traveler or new graduate seeking acute care experience while becoming part of a small-town community where clinicians get to know their patients.
Weather:
Expect crisp mountain air, cool temperatures, and a mix of bright sunshine and changing conditions. The surrounding landscape offers a refreshing backdrop for outdoor recreation, with opportunities for scenic walks, wildlife viewing, and mountain adventures.
Fun Things To Do:
- River Recreation: Enjoy wildlife viewing, fishing, and scenic outdoor activities along the Clark Fork River.
- Bighorn Sheep Day Trip: Visit the Koo-Koo-Sint Bighorn Sheep Viewing Site, approximately 35 minutes away.
- Glacier National Park Day Trip: Explore one of the region’s most scenic destinations, about a half-hour drive away.
- Flathead Lake Day Trip: Spend the day at the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River in the lower 48 states.
- Mountain Recreation: Ski, snowshoe, and enjoy mountain landscapes at nearby resorts within easy driving distance.
Job Specifics:
Location: Plains, Montana
Shift: Day shift, four 8-hour shifts, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; schedules may vary based on caseload
Duration: 13 weeks, 8 hours per shift; 34 hours guaranteed per week
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