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Once you've signed on the dotted line confirming your travel therapy or allied contract and housing, it's time to tackle the daunting task of packing. Deciding what and how much to bring on your 13-week assignment can feel more stressful than moving itself. You need more than just a few suitcases but you don't need to fill a moving truck either. In this blog, we'll share essential packing tips tailored specifically for therapy and allied travelers, ensuring you have everything you need: 

Embarking on a travel therapy career can be exciting, offering new locations, diverse work environments, and the chance to grow professionally in ways that permanent positions might not. However, it can also come with unique challenges—frequent relocations, adapting to various healthcare teams, and adjusting to new communities. For these reasons, mentorship can be a powerful tool for traveling therapists. A strong mentor provides guidance, support, and growth opportunities, helping you navigate the ups and downs of life on the road.

Almost every day we’re asked by travelers, “can I bring my pet on assignment with me?” And the answer is absolutely yes, but it may be a bit more difficult to find housing. Many rental apartments or houses don’t allow pets on the lease, so if you can’t find a pet-friendly rental you may feel like your options are out. But, working in travel healthcare with a pet is totally possible! Classifying your pet as an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) might just be the way to go! ESAs can live in no-pet buildings and aren’t subject to breed or weight restrictions. Keep in mind, this isn’t a cheat code so you can move four dogs into your apartment; ESAs are federally mandated and regulated to protect both pet owners and landlords. Our pets can play a huge role in our mental and emotional well-being, so we're going over how the ESA’s guidelines for qualifying your pet, the documentation you need for landlords, and how to find a therapist or doctor to help:

When you’re on the road as a travel therapist, emergencies can feel especially daunting. Being in an unfamiliar location, away from friends and family, means that crisis situations might require some extra forethought and planning. But with the right preparation, you can handle emergencies confidently, ensuring your safety and well-being while continuing to support the patients who need you most. Here’s how you can be prepared for unexpected situations, wherever your assignments take you.

In today’s digital-first world, job seekers have access to countless online job boards, networking sites, and application portals, all at the click of a button. While these tools make it easier than ever to find job openings, they can also feel impersonal and overwhelming. That’s where recruiters come in—offering the personal connection, guidance, and expertise that truly makes a difference.