Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll 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 Georgia Physical Therapist license required prior to the start of assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant outpatient orthopedic or general outpatient physical therapy experience preferred. This site will not accept first-time travelers.
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred.
• Ability to manage a daily patient census of approximately 10–15 patients with 30-minute treatment intervals and occasional 60-minute complex evaluations.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient hospital-affiliated rehabilitation clinic.
• Shift Days: Monday - Friday.
• Shift Type: Normal business hours.
• Typical Shift Times: 5x8 or 4x10 schedules; clinic may determine consistent day off for duration of assignment.
• Standard Hours Per Week: 40.
• Patient Population: General orthopedics, debility, stroke/CVA, neurological disorders, multi-trauma, fractures.
• Orientation: New Employee Orientation plus 5 days departmental orientation.
• Department Support: Team consists of approximately 2 therapists, 1 office coordinator, and 1 rehab aide.
• Scheduling: No weekend rotation, no on-call requirements, no holiday expectations.
• Uniform/Parking: Polos provided; free parking on site.

Location Highlights

Calhoun, GA offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions.

The city is located near the Oostanaula River and within a one-hour drive of Amicalola Falls State Park and the southern entrance to the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering hiking and waterfalls for an adventurous lifestyle.

Historic downtown Calhoun features local dining and cultural events and is about 20 miles north of Rome, GA, providing additional urban amenities and shopping within a 30-minute drive for a suburban lifestyle.

Interstate 75 runs nearby, providing direct driving routes to Chattanooga, TN (approximately 40 minutes) and Atlanta, GA (approximately 90 minutes), supporting easy regional travel and weekend excursions.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. You will receive a comprehensive benefits package beginning your first day, including medical coverage options and retirement planning resources.

• Weekly, on-time pay processing and available payroll support.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Housing assistance options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement options.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

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.