Have you ever wanted to combine your love for travel with your passion for helping others? Are you also a licensed rehabilitation therapist? Then you might be interested in the growing field of travel therapy!
What Is a Travel Therapist?
A travel therapist is a healthcare professional who works contract assignments at different healthcare facilities across the country. These travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks, but the length can vary according to the facility’s needs. Rehab therapist modalities include PT, OT, SLP, PTA, COTA, LCSW, and other niche disciplines. These travel therapists provide essential services in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, and schools.
Why Take a Travel Assignment?
For starters, travel therapy allows you to visit different parts of the country and experience new places and people, all while advancing your career. Additionally, traveling offers the chance to work with a diverse range of patients, and the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in a variety of clinical settings. You can then parlay that work experience into another travel assignment or a permanent rehab position.
Requirements for Travel Therapy
To become a travel therapist, you typically need to have certification in your chosen field and be licensed to practice in the state where you will be working. The education required varies depending on the therapy discipline, from an associate degree to a doctorate. Additionally, some travel therapy jobs may require specialized certifications and experience.
The Advantages of Traveling
Working as a travel therapist offers a number of benefits, including:
- Competitive salaries and benefits packages
- Housing and travel expenses covered
- Opportunities to work in a variety of clinical settings
- A chance to see different parts of the country
- The ability to advance your career and gain invaluable experience
How to Become a Travel Therapist
At the end of the day, if you are looking to make a positive impact on people’s lives while exploring new places and advancing your career, the world of travel therapy is definitely worth considering. With high pay rates, great benefits, and the ability to explore the U.S., there has never been a better time to join this dynamic field! To get started now, search our current therapy jobs or just apply directly to get connected with a recruiter.