<p>A licensed Physical Therapist is needed for a 7-week travel contract at an acute care facility in Hope, AR, beginning August 17, 2026. This is a day-shift assignment with consistent 8-hour shifts, offering a strong weekly pay rate and a defined end date — ideal for a traveling PT seeking a focused, well-compensated short-term placement in southwest Arkansas.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate of $2,700 per week</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 bonus program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to support credentialing</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute care facility setting — full inpatient PT caseload and acuity spectrum</li> <li>7-week contract with a confirmed start date of August 17, 2026</li> <li>8-hour day shifts — predictable, consistent schedule</li> <li>Located in Hope, AR, serving the surrounding southwest Arkansas region</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Arkansas state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Arkansas Physical Therapist license required at time of start</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of Physical Therapy experience required</li> <li>Active NPI number required</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Hope, Arkansas is a small city in Hempstead County in the southwestern corner of the state, situated along Interstate 30 between Texarkana and Little Rock. The area offers a low cost of living, a close-knit community feel, and easy access to the natural recreation of the Ouachita region, including lakes, trails, and state parks. For clinicians who enjoy a quieter pace between shifts, Hope provides an affordable and unhurried base during the assignment.</p>