Step into a pivotal travel role as a Physical Therapist in Mississippi, bringing your expertise to Starkville and beyond while shaping meaningful rehabilitation journeys for diverse patients. This opportunity blends clinical autonomy with collaborative care, empowering you to apply evidence-based therapies in a supportive, dynamic setting. In the heart of Mississippi, you’ll experience the warmth of Southern hospitality, the charm of a university town, and the chance to explore beautiful landscapes—from tranquil river bluffs to thriving green spaces. Starkville offers cultural richness, outdoor recreation, food culture, and a welcoming community vibe that makes every day at work feel purposeful and rewarding. This role starts on 03/09/2026 and runs for an extended period, with a pathway to continue your impact through contract extensions, across locations that may include other sites in the U.S. as you grow your career.

Location benefits are a core part of this opportunity. Starkville provides a balanced backdrop of academic energy and small-town appeal, grounded by Mississippi State University’s energy, events, and resources. You’ll have access to diverse clinical settings, with the stability of a dependable base in Starkville and the flexibility to collaborate with teams nationwide. Mississippi itself presents a rich tapestry of experiences: scenic river routes, outdoor trails, and vibrant community gatherings that celebrate music, food, and culture. The chance to work here comes with the added potential to rotate through additional locations across the United States, expanding your professional footprint while you maintain a strong connection to a welcoming Mississippi home base. You’ll benefit from a robust support network that ensures seamless coordination, travel logistics, and on-site success, so you can focus on patient outcomes and professional growth.

Role specifics and benefits
- Core responsibilities: Assess patients’ physical function and movement disorders, develop personalized treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait and balance training, and functional mobility restoration. Document progress, adjust plans as needed, and collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Provide patient and caregiver education to promote self-management, and participate in outcome measurement to demonstrate progress and drive continuous improvement.
- Professional growth: You’ll have opportunities to expand your expertise within physical therapy specialties, pursue continuing education, and leverage mentorship and structured growth paths. The role supports skill development across aging populations, neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal care, or other areas aligned with your interests, with pathways for certifications and advanced practice competencies.
- Benefits highlighted: Competitive compensation including a weekly pay range of $2,408-$2,525, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The contract includes a sign-on bonus or performance bonus where applicable, housing assistance to ease relocation, and extension opportunities that let you lengthen your impactful journey with the team. You’ll receive comprehensive 24/7 support while traveling with the company, ensuring you have reliable resources for travel logistics, clinical questions, and on-the-ground guidance wherever your assignments take you.
- Work-life and culture: The environment emphasizes professional autonomy paired with collaborative teamwork, a focus on evidence-based practice, and a culture of inclusion and respect. You’ll be part of a company that values your clinical judgment, supports your decisions, and provides the tools and time to deliver high-quality care while also protecting your wellbeing.

Company values
We are committed to empowering our staff to advance their careers within a supportive framework. Our culture centers on professional development, constructive feedback, and a shared dedication to improving patient outcomes. You’ll find a welcoming community that respects your expertise, encourages ongoing learning, and prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, so you can sustain excellence in your clinical practice over the long term.

Call to action
If you’re ready to broaden your impact as a Physical Therapist and join a team that values your clinical leadership, patient commitment, and professional growth, apply now. This is your chance to contribute meaningfully, advance your skills, and enjoy the security of strong compensation, meaningful benefits, and a compassionate network ready to support you every step of the way. Start date 03/09/2026, with the opportunity to extend and explore additional locations across the U.S. Embrace a role that respects your expertise and fuels your professional journey. The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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