Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Overview
Physical Therapist | Skilled Nursing Facility | Puyallup, Washington | Start November 30, 2026 | 13-week travel assignment | 35 guaranteed hours per week | Shift 5x8 days (08:00–16:30) | LTC - Nursing Home setting. This travel opportunity offers a weekly pay range of $2,423 to $2,638 and is guided by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,423–$2,638 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: November 30, 2026
- Setting: Long-term care / skilled nursing facility

Responsibilities
- Perform initial evaluations and ongoing assessments of residents to determine physical therapy needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, gait, and functional independence.
- Provide direct patient care through therapeutic exercises, modalities, and restorative interventions, while ensuring safety and infection control protocols.
- Document patient progress, update treatment plans, and liaise with the facility’s interdisciplinary team to support discharge planning and care transitions.
- Educate residents and families on home programs, fall prevention, posture, and activity modification; ensure clear and accurate clinical notes.

Requirements
- Active Physical Therapist license in Washington state
- Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility environment
- Prior experience in geriatric rehabilitation or SNF settings preferred
- Strong documentation, communication, and clinical reasoning skills
- Availability to start on the specified date for a 13-week travel assignment

Benefits and Support
- Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including onboarding guidance
- Dedicated recruiter and ongoing travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and compliance assistance to facilitate timely onboarding
- Clear lines of communication and access to resources for clinical and logistical needs
- Potential for extension opportunities based on performance and staffing needs
- Competitive weekly pay aligned with the stated range

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.