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THERAPY JOBS FOR NEW GRADUATES

Therapy Jobs for New GraduatesA travel therapy job is a great option for graduating PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs and SLPs entering the workforce. Travel therapy jobs give new graduates the freedom to explore several career options before settling into a permanent job or location.

By contracting with a travel therapy agency as a new grad, you will be able to test out a variety of settings to figure out which is best for you. In addition, travel therapy jobs often pay higher hourly salaries due to the elevated demand, so candidates can often earn more than they would with a permanent position. You will also have the opportunity to travel the country and explore new and exciting locations.

Travel therapy jobs allow new grads to build their resumes at top facilities while continually developing their skill set in order to advance their career. Read below to find out the requirements for a career as a travel PT, PTA, OT, COTA or SLP, as well as the perks of travel therapy jobs and how to get started.

Requirements for a Travel Therapy Job

  • A degree from an accredited school in your given profession
  • Current license from the state to which you to wish to travel
  • Clinical experience in relative setting preferred

Benefits of Working as Travel Therapist

  • Industry leading pay and bonus options
  • Free, private housing or housing stipend
  • Tax-free travel reimbursements
  • Medical, dental and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous loyalty rewards programs
  • Lucrative referral bonuses
  • Weekly Pay with direct deposit
  • 24-hour on-call clinical service support
  • How to Get Started as a Travel Therapist

  • Complete our online travel application
  • Speak with a recruiter about your preferences
  • Begin interviewing with facilities
  • Accept the travel therapy assignment of your choice
  • Travel to your new location and begin you 13-week assignment
  • As you begin to explore a career as a travel therapist, it’s important to understand all of the options available to you. To learn more about travel therapy for new graduates, please call and speak to one of our experienced allied health recruiters at 1-800-278-0332 or email alliedjobs@onwardhealthcare.com.