Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Traveling Physical Therapist Opportunity

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist position in Somers Point, NJ where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. This outpatient role focuses on orthopedic care with 60 minute evaluations and treatment. Evaluates assigned patients, develops and modifies treatment plans per patient needs and physician direction, and provides discipline-specific leadership. Documentation, patient and family education, student supervision, and professional development are required. Adherence to safety practices, organizational policies, and professional codes of conduct is expected.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic settings preferred.
• Ability to perform 60-minute evaluations and deliver skilled treatment sessions.
• Knowledge of documentation standards, goal writing, and letters of medical necessity.
• Experience delegating and directing discipline-specific therapy services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience participating in student clinical education preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development preferred.

Assignment Details

• Schedule: 5x8.
• Caseload focus: Orthopedics.
• Typical visit length: 60 minute evaluation plus treatment sessions.
• Workload: Flexible, approximately 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits beginning day one.
• 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 that emphasizes safe return to community activities. Complete comprehensive evaluations and develop functional treatment programs. Maintain timely, accurate medical record documentation compliant with state, federal and payer requirements. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and student education as assigned. Uphold professional licensure, state Practice Act requirements, and organizational safety standards.

Location Highlights

Somers Point, NJ sits near the Jersey Shore and is minutes from the Atlantic City Boardwalk and beaches. The area provides access to the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and is a short drive to Cape May and Delaware Bay for birding and waterfront recreation. Local dining and entertainment options include nearby casinos in Atlantic City within a 15–25 minute drive and seasonal waterfront festivals and boating opportunities along the bay. The region fits a coastal, suburban lifestyle with easy commutes to larger metropolitan areas.

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.