Physical Therapist Assistant National Traveler
How this pay compares
Open travel physical therapist assistant assignments post a median of $1,602 a week, the middle half $1,469 to $1,738, across 257 assignments. Staff pay is hourly and carries no stipends, so it is not set beside it.
Licensed in another state?
Tennessee issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Tennessee license, $240 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) Every state's PT Compact status.
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
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About the job
Physical Therapist Assistant – National Traveler
Upstream Rehabilitation: representing 26+ local and regional brands across our full national footprint of over 1200 clinics in 28 states! Make your next adventure with us!
Are you an adventurous ortho Physical Therapist Assistant looking for job stability AND a change of scenery? Satisfy your thirst for exploration with the support of a national employer. Join Journey by Upstream - our growing travel program where you truly get the best of both worlds!
What’s in it for you?
Exceptional offer package including
- Competitive hourly pay
- Monthly non-taxed housing stipend & travel reimbursement
- Tiered assignment bonuses
- Productivity-based bonus program
- Student loan repayment program opportunity
- PTO, paid holidays and paid business moving days between assignments
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) + employer match, long-/short-term disability and life insurance)
- Professional development, structured onboarding & mentorship, and continuing education
More benefits for you that no travel agency can provide:
- Career advancement and transition support – move into a permanent location when you are ready, or keep traveling for as long as you want!
- As a full-time Upstream associate, you are guaranteed work – there is no uncertainty with being called out or cancelled
- Insurance benefits carry over between assignments, even if you are taking PTO in between
- Single-system EMR and operations standards across our locations means you don’t have to re-learn documentation or processes each assignment
- Flexible assignment durations – typically 13 weeks with some 6 and 12 month options available
What you’ll do
- Execute personalized, evidence-based care plans created by the evaluating Physical Therapist
- Provide high quality, outcomes-centric care
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment (and have a lot of fun along the way!)
- Build connections with patients and the local community
- Experience new places and network with peers and leaders across our brands
- Continuously learn and grow in a values-driven culture
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current or pending Physical Therapist Assistant state licensure
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to combine your passion for Physical Therapy with your love for travel. Apply now and become a valued member of our dynamic team of NextUp travel PTAs!
Upstream Rehabilitation is the largest dedicated outpatient rehabilitation provider nationwide. We proudly serve patients in over 1200 clinics from coast to coast, and we operate as 26+ brand partners within the Upstream family including Results, Benchmark, Drayer, and more. As the leader in pure-play outpatient physical therapy, being a part of the Upstream family offers something for every clinician!
Follow @Lifeatupstream on Instagram, and check out our LinkedIn company page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of the #upstreamfamily.
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Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
From Upstream Rehabilitation's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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