Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Physical Therapist – Outpatient (Travel) Join a South Bend, IN outpatient clinic as a traveling Physical Therapist. Evaluate patients, develop and modify treatment plans according to patient needs and physician direction, and provide discipline-specific supervision and delegation. Deliver functional treatment programs that support return to community activities. Serve as an educator to patients, families, students, and coworkers. Maintain professional standards, confidentiality, and compliance with organizational policies and applicable codes of conduct. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA. Active Indiana physical therapy license required to start the assignment. BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required. Experience in outpatient physical therapy settings preferred. Demonstrated competency in comprehensive patient evaluation, treatment planning, documentation, and use of functional outcome measures. Ability to complete timely, accurate medical record documentation, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with regulatory and clinic requirements. Willingness to participate in student clinical education and provide appropriate supervision and evaluations (preferred). Maintain required continuing education and adherence to state Practice Act and professional code of conduct. Preferred Qualifications Previous travel therapy experience. Experience with safe patient handling practices and materials handling protocols. Familiarity with performance improvement initiatives and participation in quality improvement activities. Assignment Details Shift pattern: 5x8. Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information. Benefits We offer a benefits package designed for traveling clinicians starting your first day. Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan. 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email. Competitive referral bonuses. 100% paid housing available. Travel and license reimbursement. Impacting Patient Care Provide patient-centered care in an outpatient setting. Complete comprehensive evaluations, create individualized treatment plans that progress patients toward discharge, and document clinical care in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines. Contribute to a safe work environment by following safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace safety practices. Engage in professional development and apply new knowledge to improve care delivery and outcomes. Location Highlights South Bend is near the St. Joseph River and within a short drive of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. The city offers cultural attractions such as the Morris Performing Arts Center and the Studebaker National Museum, and is approximately a 90-minute drive to downtown Chicago. Outdoor recreation includes riverside trails, local parks, and easy access to beaches along Lake Michigan for a mix of urban and coastal activities. EEO Statement Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a