Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist 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 Virginia Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility (SNF) and assisted living facility (ALF) settings preferred. New graduates considered only if SNF/ALF experience was obtained during clinicals.
• Completion of VASP background screening is required prior to start. VASP cannot be pending at start (process may take about three weeks).

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility with adjacent independent living and assisted living components.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Assignment Length: May through July (coverage required through July 31; earlier start dates may be considered).
• Role Focus: Primary coverage for SNF and ALF residents, occasional non-resident outpatient as needed.
• Equipment and Support: Well-supported rehab department with ACP modality equipment, gait trainer system, weight machines, and aquatic pool.

Location Highlights

Harrisonburg, VA, sits in the Shenandoah Valley near Shenandoah National Park and the George Washington National Forest. The city is approximately 20 miles west of Shenandoah National Park Skyline Drive access and about 30 miles from the George Washington National Forest trailheads. Harrisonburg offers a small-city, suburban lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation such as hiking on the Appalachian Trail, kayaking on the Shenandoah River within a 30–40 minute drive, and multiple public parks. The downtown Historic District features restaurants, regular farmers markets, and cultural events within walking distance of transit options and regional bus services. The area supports an active lifestyle and local arts scene, with community festivals, breweries, and scenic drives along the Shenandoah Valley.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and time. You will receive recruiter support and options for benefits and housing eligibility. Specific compensation details are not provided here.

EEO Statement

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.