For Physical Therapists
Travel Physical Therapy Jobs in All 50 States
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing places physical therapists in travel and permanent positions across all 50 states. Every PT who works with Gold Coast receives free 1:1 mentorship from a licensed clinician, above-market pay, and the full support of a therapist-owned staffing agency. Travel PT salaries range from $1,900 to $2,600 per week.
Every PT placement includes:
- $1,900-$2,600 per week, varying by setting and location
- Free 1:1 mentorship from a setting-specific PT, not a recruiter
- Tax-free housing and meals stipends when away from your tax home
- Placement in every clinical setting, outpatient to acute care
- New graduate and PTLA placements available
- 98% on-time start rate, your paycheck starts on contract
Travel, permanent, per diem, and crisis assignments nationwide.
Available Positions
What Physical Therapy Positions Are Available?
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing places physical therapists in travel, permanent, per diem, and crisis assignments across all 50 states. As a therapist-owned and operated agency founded by licensed physical therapists, we understand the clinical demands of every setting and advocate for pay rates that reflect your expertise.
Physical therapy positions are available in every major clinical environment:
- Outpatient, orthopedic, sports medicine, and general outpatient clinics
- Inpatient Rehabilitation, acute rehab facilities and long-term acute care hospitals
- Acute Care, hospital-based PT in medical, surgical, and intensive care units
- Skilled Nursing, short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in skilled nursing facilities
- Home Health, patient care in private residences with autonomous clinical decision-making
- Pediatrics, school-based, outpatient, and home health pediatric positions
Every physical therapy placement through Gold Coast includes free one-on-one mentorship from an experienced clinician who specializes in your assigned setting.
Travel PT Pay
How Much Do Travel Physical Therapists Make?
Travel physical therapists working through Gold Coast typically earn $1,900 to $2,600 per week, varying by discipline, clinical setting, geographic location, and assignment urgency. Gold Coast provides transparent rate breakdowns before you accept any assignment. Pay packages include competitive hourly rates plus tax-free stipends for housing and meals when working away from your tax home.
Typical travel PT weekly pay range (2026).
Compensation varies by setting. Acute care and inpatient rehabilitation positions in high-demand regions often command the highest weekly rates, while outpatient and skilled nursing roles offer consistent pay with predictable schedules. Home health assignments provide mileage reimbursement in addition to standard travel pay packages.
Gold Coast negotiates directly with facilities on your behalf. Because our founders are licensed physical therapists who have traveled themselves, we understand the true value of your clinical work and fight for compensation that reflects it. We maintain a 98% on-time start rate, which means your paycheck starts when your contract says it will.
Call (707) 908-9484 or contact us for a personalized rate breakdown.
Practice Settings
What Settings Can Physical Therapists Work In?
Physical therapists have more setting flexibility than almost any other rehabilitation discipline. Gold Coast places physical therapists in seven distinct clinical environments, each with unique patient populations, documentation systems, and clinical expectations.
| Setting | Patient Focus | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Outpatient | Orthopedic, sports injury, post-surgical, chronic pain | Most common PT setting; predictable weekday schedules |
| Inpatient Rehab / LTAC | Stroke, TBI, spinal cord injury, complex medical | Intensive daily therapy; strong clinical reasoning required |
| Acute Care | Post-surgical and post-admission patients in hospital | Rapid assessment; work alongside physicians and nurses |
| Skilled Nursing | Short-term rehab and long-term functional maintenance | Diverse caseloads; Medicare documentation frameworks |
| Home Health | Care delivered in patient homes | Autonomous decision-making; caregiver education; home safety |
| Pediatrics | Developmental delays, neurological, musculoskeletal | School-based, outpatient developmental, and home-based early intervention |
Not sure which setting is right for you? Gold Coast mentors can help you evaluate your clinical interests and match you with the setting where you will thrive. Learn more about travel therapy.
New Graduate Guide
Can New Graduate Physical Therapists Travel?
Yes. Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing is one of very few agencies that actively places new graduate physical therapists in travel assignments. Most agencies require one to two years of clinical experience before considering a traveler. Gold Coast takes a different approach.
Our mentorship-first model means every new graduate is matched with a dedicated mentor who has deep experience in their assigned clinical setting. Before your first day, your mentor will walk you through setting-specific documentation systems, productivity expectations, and clinical protocols. This preparation is why our new graduate travelers arrive confident and contribute from day one.
- You tell Gold Coast your preferred clinical setting
- We match you with a licensed PT mentor who specializes in that setting
- Your mentor prepares you on documentation, productivity, and protocols before day one
- Your mentor stays available for questions and clinical guidance throughout the assignment
Gold Coast was founded by physical therapists who remember what it felt like to start their careers. We built this agency to give new graduates the support we wish we had, with mentors who specialize in every major practice setting, from skilled nursing to acute care to home health. If you are just starting to explore, our guide on how to become a travel physical therapist covers licensure, timelines, and choosing a first assignment, and our skilled nursing guide for new graduate physical therapists explains why that setting is such a strong place to start.
License Applicants
What About Physical Therapist License Applicant Placements?
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing is one of the only agencies in the country that places Physical Therapist License Applicants (PTLAs) as travelers. PTLA status applies to internationally educated physical therapists who have completed their credentialing process and are awaiting or have recently received state licensure.
Most staffing agencies will not work with PTLAs because the placement process requires specialized facility partnerships and additional credentialing support. Gold Coast has established relationships with facilities across the country that accept PTLA travelers, creating opportunities that simply do not exist at other agencies.
If you are a Physical Therapist License Applicant seeking travel or permanent positions, Gold Coast can connect you with facilities that welcome your credentials and provide the clinical environment you need to build your career in the United States. Contact us to discuss available placements.
Browse Open Physical Therapy Jobs
Browse Open Physical Therapy Jobs
Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing has physical therapy positions available nationwide in every major clinical setting. Whether you are looking for a 13-week travel contract, a permanent position, or a crisis assignment, we have opportunities that match your clinical interests and career goals.
Every placement includes free mentorship, competitive above-market weekly pay, and the backing of an agency built by physical therapists for physical therapists.
Ready to Start Your Next PT Assignment?
Browse our open positions, apply online, and we will match you with a mentor in your preferred clinical setting. Whether you are a new graduate, a PTLA, or an experienced clinician, Gold Coast has physical therapy opportunities across all 50 states.