The DirectStaff blog
Straight talk on travel therapy pay, staffing economics, and why transparency changes what therapists earn and facilities spend.
For TherapistsHow Much Do Travel Physical Therapists Make in 2026?
Travel PT pay starts with the bill rate but is decided by the margin taken out of it. Here's how weekly packages work, what BLS data says about PT wages, and how to read a real take-home number.
June 8, 2026 · DirectStaff Team
What 'Direct Staffing' Means for Travel Therapists
Most travel therapy pay is set by a markup you never see. Here's what a direct staffing marketplace changes, and why it matters for your take-home.
June 9, 2026
For TherapistsTravel Therapy Pay Packages Explained: Where Your Money Actually Goes
A travel pay package isn't a salary — it's a bill rate with several cuts taken out before it reaches you. Here's the full path from facility budget to your bank account, and what to demand to see.
June 7, 2026
For TherapistsTravel OT and SLP Pay in 2026: What to Expect by Setting and State
Occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists command strong, growing wages. Here's what BLS data shows, how travel pay shifts by setting, and why location moves your number as much as discipline does.
June 6, 2026
For TherapistsWhy Two Travel Therapists on the Same Contract Can Earn Different Pay
Same facility, same week, same caseload — different paychecks. The reason isn't your negotiation skills. It's the invisible margin between the bill rate and your wage, and it varies more than you think.
June 5, 2026