Physical Therapist in Hays, Kansas
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Hays, KS
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,308/Per Week
- Profession
- Physical Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.11
- Weekly
- $2,308
- Yearly (full-time)
- $120,006
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $64.11/hour — 36% above the median for Physical Therapist jobs in Kansas ($47.25/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 Kansas right now
- 48 open Physical Therapist jobs in Kansas from 8 agencies, 4 of them in Hays.
- Pay in these listings: $35.78 – $68.72/hour, median $50.33/hour.
- Typical Physical Therapist pay in Kansas: $47.25/hour ($98,280/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($53.89/hour across 19 jobs).
Job description
Join Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas, for a 13-week travel assignment as a Physical Therapist in the Acute Rehab Unit. This role offers you a chance to work with a small, specialized team in a facility focused on rehabilitation services. You’ll be conducting therapy sessions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a dedicated staff—all while experiencing a genuine Western Kansas adventure. The work schedule is 8-hour days, typically from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a half-hour lunch. This assignment is perfect for therapists looking to explore the history, culture, and natural beauty of the Great Plains region while advancing their career.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be warm and sunny, with clear skies and mild to hot daytime temperatures. Summers in western Kansas are generally pleasant, perfect for outdoor activities and exploring the local attractions after work.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit Sternberg Museum of Natural History: Discover incredible fossils from prehistoric Kansas, including marine reptiles and unique fossils like the Fish-within-a-fish.
- Day trip to Wichita: Explore museums, enjoy vibrant nightlife, and indulge in local cuisine.
- Hays Aquatic Park: Cool off with waterslides, pools, and lazy rivers during a Kansas summer day.
- Explore Fort Hays State Historic Site: Step back into frontier history with surviving military buildings and museums.
- Long weekend in Kansas City or Denver: Experience barbecue, shopping, professional sports, or Rocky Mountain adventures—just a short drive from Hays.
Job Specifics:
Location: Hays, Kansas
Shift: 8-hour days, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 40 hours
Weekly Gross: $2,307.80
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