ProTherapy Staffing earned the top spot in our 2026 rankings by leading every category that matters: pay transparency, recruiter responsiveness, and clinical understanding. Founded and operated by practicing DPTs, they're known for delivering full pay breakdowns — taxable rate, housing stipend, meal stipend — before any commitment, and for having recruiters who actually answer their phones. Reviewer after reviewer reports pay packages $5–$10+/hr higher than what they were getting at large agencies for the same facility type. The main trade-off: smaller job board and limited to certain facility networks compared to the giants.
| Rank | Agency | Overall | Pay ★ | Recruiter ★ | Reviews | Highlights | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PT-owned · All 50 states · PT, OT, SLP, PTA, COTA |
★★★★★ 4.9 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 12 reviews | Highest Pay PT-Owned | Reviews |
| 2 | Omaha, NE · PT, OT, SLP |
★★★★☆ 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 10 reviews | Good Benefits 401k Match | Reviews |
| 3 | San Diego, CA · All disciplines |
★★★★☆ 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 10 reviews | New Grad Friendly Day-One Insurance | Reviews |
| 4 | Dallas, TX · PT, OT, SLP |
★★★★☆ 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 6 reviews | Personal Touch Competitive Pay | Reviews |
| 4 | Orlando, FL · All disciplines |
★★★★☆ 4.1 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 8 reviews | Large Volume Good Stipends | Reviews |
| 6 | Omaha, NE · PT, OT, SLP |
★★★★☆ 4.0 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 6 reviews | Personal Touch Responsive | Reviews |
| 6 | Manchester, NH · All disciplines |
★★★★☆ 4.0 | 3.9 | 4.0 | 8 reviews | Responsive Fair Pay | Reviews |
| 8 | Atlanta, GA · PT, OT, SLP |
★★★★☆ 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 6 reviews | Schools Outpatient | Reviews |
| 8 | Salt Lake City, UT · All disciplines |
★★★★☆ 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 6 reviews | Versatile Experienced | Reviews |
| 10 | Park City, UT · PT, OT, SLP |
★★★★☆ 3.8 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 6 reviews | School Focus SLP Friendly | Reviews |
| 10 | Scottsdale, AZ · Therapy-focused |
★★★★☆ 3.8 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 6 reviews | Therapy Focus | Reviews |
| 12 | Dallas, TX · AMN subsidiary |
★★★★☆ 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 6 reviews | AMN Family Established | Reviews |
| 12 | San Diego, CA · All disciplines |
★★★★☆ 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 6 reviews | Tech Platform Large | Reviews |
| 14 | Boca Raton, FL · All disciplines |
★★★★☆ 3.6 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 6 reviews | Large Volume Inconsistent | Reviews |
| 15 | Dallas, TX · All disciplines |
★★★☆☆ 3.5 | 3.0 | 3.3 | 10 reviews | Most Jobs Lower Pay | Reviews |
📐 Ranking Methodology
Rankings are based on verified reviews from licensed PTs, OTs, SLPs, PTAs, and COTAs. Each review is scored across four weighted dimensions:
- Pay (30%) — Total package: taxable rate + housing stipend + meals vs. GSA benchmarks
- Recruiter Quality (30%) — Responsiveness, honesty, clinical knowledge, advocacy
- Benefits (20%) — Insurance timing, 401k match, CEU and license reimbursement
- Communication (20%) — Transparency on pay breakdowns, contract terms, billing rates
Minimum 6 verified reviews required for ranking eligibility. Reviews from the past 12 months receive 2× weighting.
Why is ProTherapy Staffing ranked #1 in 2026?
ProTherapy leads on pay and recruiter quality — the two most heavily weighted categories. Reviewers consistently report pay packages $5–$10/hr higher than large agencies for equivalent facilities, and their recruiters (who are DPTs themselves) get high marks for understanding the clinical side of travel therapy. Several reviewers specifically noted they shopped the same SNF position across multiple agencies and ProTherapy came out highest every time.
Are the reviews on this site verified?
We ask all reviewers to confirm their license state and discipline. While no review platform can achieve 100% verification without professional license checks, we screen for patterns inconsistent with genuine therapist experiences. Reviews that appear promotional or retaliatory are flagged and reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
How often are rankings updated?
Rankings update monthly as new reviews come in. Recent reviews (past 12 months) receive 2× weight to keep rankings reflective of current agency performance — not experiences from several years ago when ownership or management may have been different.
Should I work with multiple agencies at once?
Many experienced travelers maintain relationships with 2–3 agencies simultaneously to compare job availability and negotiate packages. Once you've found a recruiter you genuinely trust, most travelers consolidate to one primary. Our reviewers consistently recommend pairing any large agency with a smaller, therapist-owned option to benchmark pay — you may be surprised at the difference.
What's the biggest mistake new travel therapists make?
Going with the first agency that reaches out, or defaulting to the biggest name in the space. Larger agencies have the most jobs, but that volume comes with overhead — often reflected in lower pay packages. Comparing 3+ agencies before signing your first contract is the single highest-ROI thing a new traveler can do.
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