Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Sioux City, IA where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we'll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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 state Physical Therapy license in Iowa is required prior to start. Candidates not licensed in Iowa but willing to obtain and apply at time of offer should state this in their submittal profile.
• Minimum 2 years of previous inpatient physical therapy experience required.
• At least one completed travel contract preferred.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Experience working in an inpatient hospital setting, familiarity with Epic EMR preferred.
• Not employed by the client facility within the last 12 months.
• Must have a taxable address located more than 50 miles from the facility.
• Required submission documents: driver's license, resume/work history, skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission, license verification, copies of required certifications, and one supervisory reference at time of submission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience floating across local campuses within the same discipline preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift start times available: 07:00, 08:00, or 09:00 (option for 5x8 schedule).
• Schedule pattern: 5x8 with typical hours 08:00-17:00 noted in facility shift details.
• Weekend coverage: Preferred approximately 1 per month; open to discussion with candidate.
• May be required to float across local campuses within the same discipline.
• EMR: EPIC.
• Orientation dates are provided by the facility.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

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

Impacting Patient Care


As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the traveler will contribute clinical knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to inpatient populations. The traveler will support patient recovery, collaborate with nursing and rehab colleagues, and follow facility policies and documentation standards.

Location Highlights

Sioux City offers access to regional outdoor recreation and cultural attractions within short drives. The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and Sergeant Floyd River Museum are local landmarks under 10 minutes from downtown. Within 30 minutes, anglers and boaters can access parts of the Missouri River waterfront and local parks. The downtown area includes historic Fourth Street district dining and a riverfront trail system with bicycle and pedestrian routes. Commuting within the metro is typically under 25 minutes, providing suburban and urban living options for diverse lifestyle preferences.

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.