Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Vauxhall, NJ at a skilled nursing facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in post-acute, orthopedics, neurologic, and medical-condition caseloads preferred. This client values experience with complex, post-acute populations.
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• Ability to manage a full caseload and collaborate with rehab aides and facility staff.
• Reliable availability for consistent weekday daytime schedule as outlined in Assignment Details.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days .
• Schedule: Five shifts per week, 8-hour shifts (per client shift pattern).
• Guarantee: 36 hours per week (client-specified).
• Support: Rehab aide available and satellite gym for long-term care.
• Caseload: Manageable, complex post-acute caseload including ortho and neuro patients.

Location Highlights

Vauxhall, NJ offers easy access to outdoor recreation and urban amenities. A short drive (approximately 30 minutes) reaches Watchung Reservation and its 2,000 acres of trails and lakes, and Union County Performing Arts Center is about 20 minutes away for cultural events. The location is within a 30–45 minute commute to Midtown Manhattan via New Jersey Transit options, offering urban employment and entertainment access while maintaining a suburban lifestyle. Nearby Rahway River Park provides waterfront trails and community events within 10 minutes, and nearby historic downtown districts offer dining and local shops within a short drive.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by our career resources for therapy professionals.

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.