Physical Therapist Jobs in St. Louis, MO
Physical Therapist jobs in St. Louis are concentrated across the city's major health systems, outpatient orthopedic clinics, and post-acute care facilities, with openings clustering in Midtown, Clayton, and the Central West End. Employers actively hiring include HiredFirst, Reliant Rehabilitation, and SSM Health Physical Therapy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with Level 1 trauma acute care experience for an inpatient acute care hospital assignment at a large academic medical center.
Details
- Inpatient acute care setting at a large academic, Level 1 trauma center with 1,259 staffed beds
- Therapy services provided across a wide range of patient care areas including medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncology
- May be utilized in any therapy service line based on facility needs
- Day shift schedule, Monday–Friday, 7:00–15:30 (start time flexible up to 8:00)
- One weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required per 4-week period, with a compensating weekday off during that week
- No on-call requirements
- 13-week contract
- Charting performed in Epic; experience with Epic is required
- Black or grey scrubs required
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of Level 1 trauma acute care PT experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- Valid state PT license required; pending IL license may be accepted — license required if applicable
- Experience with Epic EMR required
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with a variety of patient populations
- Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
Additional Information
- Primary responsibilities include assessment, documentation, patient and family education, and safety and injury prevention across inpatient acute care areas
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
- Former permanent employees of this facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Travel clinicians may work at this facility for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break is required before returning
- Allied travelers are subject to a 12-month maximum stay, followed by a mandatory 6-month break before returning
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with Level 1 trauma acute care experience for an inpatient acute care hospital assignment at a large academic medical center.
Details
- Inpatient acute care setting at a large academic, Level 1 trauma center with 1,259 staffed beds
- Therapy services provided across a wide range of patient care areas including medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, and oncology
- May be utilized in any therapy service line based on facility needs
- Day shift schedule, Monday–Friday, 7:00–15:30 (start time flexible up to 8:00)
- One weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required per 4-week period, with a compensating weekday off during that week
- No on-call requirements
- 13-week contract
- Charting performed in Epic; experience with Epic is required
- Black or grey scrubs required
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of Level 1 trauma acute care PT experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- Valid state PT license required; pending IL license may be accepted — license required if applicable
- Experience with Epic EMR required
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with a variety of patient populations
- Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
Additional Information
- Primary responsibilities include assessment, documentation, patient and family education, and safety and injury prevention across inpatient acute care areas
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
- Former permanent employees of this facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Travel clinicians may work at this facility for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break is required before returning
- Allied travelers are subject to a 12-month maximum stay, followed by a mandatory 6-month break before returning
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Who's Hiring
- HiredFirst10H
- Reliant Rehabilitation7
- SSM Health Physical Therapy7
- BJC HealthCare6
- American Traveler5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Physical Therapist Jobs in St. Louis: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a physical therapist job in St. Louis?
Focus your search on St. Louis's dense network of hospital systems, outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and school districts, which collectively drive most local hiring. The Central West End, Clayton, and the South City corridor see consistent demand. Candidates who hold manual therapy certifications, speak to neurological or pediatric caseload experience, or have worked in high-volume outpatient settings tend to stand out in this market.
Which companies hire physical therapists in St. Louis?
Companies currently hiring physical therapists in St. Louis include HiredFirst, Reliant Rehabilitation, and SSM Health Physical Therapy, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. The local employer mix reflects St. Louis's role as a regional medical hub, with health systems, specialty rehabilitation groups, and long-term care networks all maintaining active physical therapist headcount throughout the year.
Are there remote physical therapist jobs in St. Louis?
Remote work is uncommon for physical therapists given the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most roles. About 13% of physical therapist openings tied to St. Louis are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with those positions typically involving telehealth consultations, utilization review, or clinical documentation roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get a physical therapist job in St. Louis with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through clinical rotation connections at St. Louis's hospital systems and outpatient orthopedic groups, many of which convert strong rotation students into new graduate hires. Skilled nursing facilities and home health agencies in the metro area are also consistent entry-level employers and tend to offer structured mentorship. Completing rotations at St. Louis institutions and building relationships with local clinical supervisors gives new graduates a meaningful hiring edge.
Which industries hire the most physical therapists in St. Louis?
St. Louis physical therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. St. Louis's standing as a major regional medical center, anchored by large academic health systems and a broad continuum of post-acute care providers, keeps demand across these sectors consistently high.
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