What if your career could set you free — and still bring you home? You became a physical therapist to change lives. Journey by Upstream gives you the freedom to do that on your terms — traveling to new places, meeting people who need your care, and growing personally and professionally with every mile. This is more than travel. It’s transformation. And we’re with you every step of the way. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take the leap… this is it.
Journey by Upstream - Travel PT Program
From beaches to mountains, cities to rural communities, we’ve got it all with our Travel Physical Therapy Program! Journey by Upstream is currently offered across 28 states with assignments ranging from 13 to 26 weeks. Our Travel Program is truly one of a kind and a perfect opportunity for you to explore the country while growing as a clinician.
Choose Where You Want To Be From Over 1,000 Locations
- Ability to work throughout 1100+ locations
- 13 to 26-week assignments
- Mileage and travel reimbursement
- 100% license fees reimbursed
- Travel support and structure
- Salary and stipend
Join Full Time WIth Benefits
Upstream Rehabilitation offers a wide array of travel physical therapy benefits for professionals of all experience levels.
- Full benefits including continuing education, PTO, and paid holidays
- Competitive salaries
- Monthly travel stipends and travel reimbursement
- Mentorship for clinical and travel PT professionals
- Access to clinical 12-month new graduate structured mentorship program
- Access to continuing education through Upstream’s partnership with IAMT and Upstream Rehab Institute
- Unlimited, 24/7 access to Medbridge’s online course offerings
- Opportunity to transition to full-time roles and participate in professional development programs
- Seamless documentation with our clinics operating under the same EMR platform
Ready to Join?
Support for Travel Physical Therapists
Upstream travelers are provided with a strong leadership and support network while exploring our clinics across the country. Our Travel PTs have multiple levels of support, including a direct supervisor, travel mentorship, clinical mentorship, travel manager, and their travel teammates. Additionally, travelers have support at the clinic level with their local leadership teams and teammates. We also offer bi-monthly travel team and travel mentor meetings, as well as the support and investments of the Upstream company.
Associate Testimonial
“My opportunity to travel with Upstream as part of the internal travel program has been nothing short of an amazing adventure. If I would have told myself in PT school that I would have been able to live in and experience eight different states and live in over 15 different locations in under five years, I wouldn’t have believed it.”
– James R.
Associate Testimonial
“I was attracted to the Upstream travel program due to the consistency and stability it offers for a travel PT job. I was able to have a stable salary, benefits, time off, and [a] consistent documentation system. I was a student with Upstream in PT school and had a great experience, so [I] felt confident joining on with Upstream right out of school.”
– Andrew B.
Associate Testimonial
“When I started my first job as a PT, I was nervous about committing to a company, but my experience with the travel program for Upstream Rehabilitation put me at ease and converted my entire perspective. I have built a community and network through traveling with Upstream Rehabilitation, which supported me through failing boards the first attempt, orthopedic residency, and promotions. I have been able to grow and develop a career path for myself beyond travel PT. The encounters, experience, friends, and mentors I have gained have changed my career trajectory.”
– Ariel. J
Your Journey Starts Here: A Simple 3-Step Process
Step 1
Contact a Recruiter
Connect with one of our dedicated recruiters to learn more about available roles, locations, and what to expect. We’ll help guide you every step of the way.
Step 2
Explore Nationwide Opportunities
With more than 1,100 clinics across the country, we’ll work with you to find a location that fits your goals and lifestyle.
Step 3
Grow With Us
You’ll have access to mentorship, clinical leadership, and career development every step of the way. Whether you’re just starting out or ready for the next challenge, we’ll help you grow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find the answers to frequently asked questions about the Upstream Travel Physical Therapy Program.
Typically, travel assignments are 13 to 26 weeks.
No, Upstream travelers receive all the same benefits and offerings as other full-time associates. Upstream offers 6.5 paid holidays.
Yes, new graduate travelers are given a 90-day onboarding ramp-up period. Experienced clinicians receive a 2-week onboarding period.
Yes, Upstream offers a 12-month structured new graduate mentorship program as well as a travel mentor program.
Yes, there are a variety of personal and professional development courses open to travelers.
The ultimate goal for our travelers is that they find a home after they are done traveling and continue to grow and develop into leaders. The travel therapy manager and the traveler’s direct supervisor will assist with the process.
Yes, travelers are provided with choices in assignment that align with their preferences.
Yes, PTO is encouraged to be taken between assignments.
Stipend amounts vary depending on whether the traveler is working in a regular-cost or high-cost locality.
This is a full-time position with guaranteed hours, benefits between assignments, and consistent onboarding and systems. You’re part of one company—not moving between employers with each contract.
You’ll get the flexibility to travel, but with the support of one organization. The program includes full-time benefits, mentorship, consistent documentation systems, and access to over 1,100 clinics. Travelers are seen as valued team members, not temporary labor.
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