Travel Physical Therapist – Acute Care Hospital | 13-Week Contract in Bridgeport, West Virginia

Travel Physical Therapist job in Bridgeport, West Virginia, offering a 13-week acute care hospital contract, 36-hour workweek, and 12-hour day shifts. Join a collaborative rehabilitation team supporting approximately 10 patient visits per day while using Epic for clinical documentation.

Join an experienced interdisciplinary team and provide skilled physical therapy services in an acute care hospital setting. Acute care experience is strongly preferred for this travel healthcare opportunity.

Located in north-central West Virginia, Bridgeport offers a welcoming community, scenic Appalachian surroundings, convenient regional amenities, and access to outdoor recreation. It is an appealing destination for physical therapists seeking meaningful clinical work and an enjoyable travel experience.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,770-$1,900
• Specialty: Physical Therapy
• Healthcare Setting: Acute care hospital
• Location: Bridgeport, West Virginia
• Start Date: September 25, 2026
• End Date: December 25, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13-week travel contract
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, generally 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; schedule is Wednesday through Friday, with final scheduling details confirmed during the interview process
• Documentation System: Epic
• Patient Volume: Approximately 10 patient visits per day per therapist

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure in West Virginia
• At least 1 year of professional physical therapy experience
• Acute care or hospital-based physical therapy experience strongly preferred
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the care team
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and patient-care skills
• Unexpired driver’s license available for submission, as required for traveler eligibility review
• All background history must be disclosed at the time of submission

Acute Care Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on clinical findings and functional goals
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and independence
• Deliver safe, compassionate rehabilitation care to patients in an acute hospital environment
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, safety, and home recommendations
• Document evaluations, treatments, outcomes, and discharge planning accurately in Epic
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support coordinated patient care and successful transitions
• Maintain compliance with clinical standards, safety protocols, and professional practice requirements

Apply now for this acute care travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Bridgeport, West Virginia, and join a collaborative healthcare team.

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.