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GHR HealthcareAtlanta, GATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Atlanta, GA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Physical Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 2, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$50.69
Weekly
$1,825
Yearly (full-time)
$94,900
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
September 28, 2026

This job pays about $50.69/hour — 3% above the median for Physical Therapist jobs in Georgia ($49.38/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 Georgia right now

  • 124 open Physical Therapist jobs in Georgia from 8 agencies, 27 of them in Atlanta.
  • Pay in these listings: $32.86 – $74.44/hour, median $48.40/hour.
  • Typical Physical Therapist pay in Georgia: $49.38/hour ($102,710/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: TLC Nursing & Allied ($69.89/hour across 5 jobs).

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Job description

Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedic Therapy in Atlanta, GA 30308

Join a dynamic outpatient orthopedic therapy team in Atlanta, Georgia, and make a meaningful impact while enjoying the energy of a vibrant city neighborhood. This 13-week travel Physical Therapist job is ideal for a motivated PT who enjoys building strong patient relationships, delivering personalized outpatient care, and helping patients reach their functional goals.

Job Details

  • Position Type: Travel Physical Therapist
  • Setting: Outpatient Orthopedic Therapy
  • Location: Atlanta, GA 30308
  • Start Date: September 28, 2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday
  • Shifts per Week: 5
  • Shift Duration: 8 hours
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,760 - $1,890

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
  • Active Georgia Physical Therapist license
  • Current CPR certification
  • At least 1 year of outpatient physical therapy experience
  • Strong communication, documentation, and clinical reasoning skills
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative healthcare team

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate assigned patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and physician direction
  • Implement and modify physical therapy interventions to support functional progress and safe discharge planning
  • Document evaluations, progress notes, goal updates, and charge entries accurately and on time
  • Educate patients, families, students, and coworkers to support positive outcomes and informed care
  • Promote safe patient handling, workplace safety, and compliance with clinic procedures
  • Participate in professional development, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary teamwork
  • Support student learning and mentorship when assigned

Why Atlanta, Georgia?

Atlanta's 30308 area offers the excitement of city living with access to restaurants, arts, parks, and convenient amenities, making it an appealing place to live and work during your travel therapy assignment.

Apply now to join this rewarding travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Atlanta, GA.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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