Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join 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 Maryland Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience providing physical therapy in skilled nursing facility or post-acute care settings preferred.
• Experience with therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and mobility aids (e.g., walkers, canes, Hoyer lifts) preferred.
• Ability to document in electronic medical records and comply with facility policies and regulatory requirements.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0800-1630.
• VMS Contract Weeks: 14-week assignment.
• VMS Guaranteed Hours: 38 hours per week.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday coverage with expectations to support weekend coverage as needed per facility staffing (VMS lists coverage Sun–Sat).

Location Highlights

Waldorf, MD offers suburban convenience with access to regional attractions and outdoor recreation. Waldorf is approximately 30 miles south of Washington, D.C., providing access to Smithsonian museums and the National Mall within a one-hour drive. The town is 15 miles from the Potomac River and about 45 miles from Chesapeake Bay, offering boating and waterfront recreation. Visitors can reach Chapman State Park and Mattawoman Creek within 20 minutes for hiking and birdwatching. Waldorf features a mix of shopping districts and dining options along U.S. Route 301, and commuter access via Route 5 and nearby MARC/Amtrak stations for regional transit connectivity. The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban lifestyle with urban and coastal recreation within easy driving distance.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting patient care. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral programs, housing solutions, and reimbursement for travel and state license expenses. Details will be provided by your recruiter.

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.