Inpatient | Physical Therapist

Travel Inpatient Physical Therapist Job – Topeka, Kansas

Join an inpatient physical therapy team in Topeka, KS and help patients improve mobility, strength, and independence in acute care and rehabilitation settings. Located in the welcoming Topeka, KS 66606 area, this friendly Midwest community offers convenient amenities, local dining, and easy access to parks and outdoor spaces. This 13-week travel physical therapist assignment offers a supportive clinical environment, competitive weekly pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact with adult and geriatric patients.

Job Details

• Setting: Inpatient Physical Therapy / Acute Care / Rehab
• Location: Topeka, KS 66606
• Start Date: October 14, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Day shifts, 5 x 8-hour shifts
• Shift Times: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Hours per Week: 40
• Weekend Coverage: 3 weekend days per 6-week schedule
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,580 - $1,700
• Charting System: Epic preferred
• Type: Travel physical therapy assignment

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of inpatient physical therapy experience
• Active Kansas PT license required
• BLS certification required
• Experience treating adult and geriatric patients
• Strong clinical judgment in acute care and rehabilitation environments
• Epic experience preferred
• Open to first-time travelers

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in the ED, ortho/spine unit, rehab unit, telemetry unit, and med-surg unit
• Develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on patient needs and functional goals
• Support recovery for orthopedic, neurologic, spine, and general medical diagnoses
• Provide skilled therapy for THA, TKA, TSA, hip fractures, CVA, Parkinson's disease, spinal surgeries, amputations, and CABG recovery
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including gait training, strengthening, mobility training, and discharge planning
• Educate patients and families on safe mobility, home exercise programs, and recovery strategies
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote safe, effective patient outcomes

Apply now for this Travel Inpatient Physical Therapist job in Topeka, Kansas, and join a healthcare team dedicated to quality patient care.

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.