Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $1,879 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Newport, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join our team 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 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 Tennessee Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient experience preferred.
• Productivity expectation: ability to meet approximately 60 visits per week and see 12–14 patients per day; experience with follow-up double-booking preferred.
• Willingness to float to other clinic locations as needed.
• New graduates and first-time travelers will be considered.
• Availability to work a guaranteed 36 hours per week with expectation of working up to 40 hours; overtime must be approved by the director before worked.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Type: Day shift schedule.
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week with expectation to work up to 40 hours; overtime requires director approval.
• Productivity Expectation: 60 visits per week; approximately 12–14 patients per day.
• Floating: Candidate must be willing to float to other clinics as needed.

Location Highlights

Newport, TN offers outdoor recreation and small-town amenities within easy reach of regional attractions. Newport is located on the Pigeon River and is within a 30–40 minute drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and its hiking trails and scenic vistas. The city sits near Douglas Lake, providing boating and fishing opportunities within a 20–30 minute drive, and is approximately 45 minutes from the larger city of Knoxville for expanded dining and entertainment options. The area suits clinicians seeking an outdoor and small-city lifestyle with ready access to national parks, waterways, and regional cultural events.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and service. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, paid housing availability, travel and license reimbursement, weekly pay, 24/7 recruiter support, and referral bonuses.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Contracts may offer full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance while you explore new locations and practice in diverse outpatient settings.

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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #440992. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.