
Dear Diary: What the F* is the Difference Between Internal and External Travel PT
About this episode
In this episode, we discuss some of the differences between internal and external travel physical therapy. We also talk about our experiences as travel PTs, including job placement, contract negotiation, and salaries. Enjoy!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Internal vs External Physical Therapy
08:40 Understanding Internal Travel Physical Therapy
09:34 Exploring External Travel Physical Therapy
10:55 Job Placement Differences
15:01 Negotiating Pay as a Traveler
22:02 Understanding the PT Compact
25:34 Vacation Time Between Contracts
31:41 Benefits of Internal vs External Travel Therapy
38:16 Continuing Education Opportunities
41:21 Scheduling Flexibility in Travel Therapy
45:12 Documentation Systems in Travel Therapy
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