Can new grads actually succeed in travel therapy, or is it a fast track to burnout?

In this episode, we break down the real question every new PT, OT, and SLP asks before traveling: Is travel therapy realistic right after graduation?

We cut through the hype and talk honestly about:
- Whether facilities actually hire new grads
- Which settings are safest for a first travel contract
- The biggest risks no one warns you about
- What kind of new grad should wait before traveling
- What kind of new grad can thrive in travel therapy
- How to reduce risk on your first assignment

This isn’t recruiter fluff or Instagram highlight reels. This is practical advice based on real travel therapy experience.

If you’re a new grad wondering whether to travel now or wait, this episode will help you make a clear, confident decision.

🎙 Topics include:
- Travel therapy for new graduates
- First travel assignment expectations
- New grad PT, OT, and SLP travel jobs
- Mentorship, onboarding, and productivity
- How to choose the right first contract

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