<p>A travel Physical Therapist is needed for a 13-week contract at an acute care facility in McAlester, Oklahoma. The position runs 8-hour day shifts and offers a competitive blended compensation package combining an hourly clinical rate with a substantial weekly stipend. McAlester sits in eastern Oklahoma, offering a lower cost of living and a manageable pace compared to major metro markets — a solid assignment for a PT looking to build acute care experience in a community hospital setting.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>$35.00 per hour clinical pay rate plus $1,200 weekly stipend</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team support throughout onboarding</li> <li>24/7 team support for the duration of the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week travel contract at an acute care facility in McAlester, OK</li> <li>8-hour day shifts — consistent, predictable schedule</li> <li>Acute care setting serving the physical therapy needs of an inpatient hospital population</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Oklahoma Physical Therapist (PT) license required — note: source specifies a Texas PT license, but position is located in Oklahoma; candidates should confirm applicable state licensure requirements</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of Physical Therapy experience required</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Must be able to pass a criminal background check as required by Oklahoma state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>McAlester is a small city in Pittsburg County in eastern Oklahoma, known for its friendly community atmosphere, affordable cost of living, and access to the natural beauty of the Ouachita Mountains and nearby lakes including Eufaula and McAlester. The area offers outdoor recreation including fishing, hiking, and hunting, with Tulsa approximately 90 miles to the north providing access to a full range of urban amenities, dining, and entertainment when desired.</p>