Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $76,000 to $86,000 per year in Alpena, MI

Physical Therapist
Location: Alpena, MI
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: $76,000 to $86,000 per year
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 52 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Standard Job Description:

We’re looking for a Physical Therapist to take on a full-time role in Alpena, MI across multiple settings. You will help patients move better, feel better, and stay active—whether they are recovering from an injury or managing long-term conditions. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Michigan state Physical Therapist license required prior to start. Compact license not applicable.
• PT - Physical Therapist licensure is required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) within 1 month of hire is highly preferred.
• Successful completion of employer-specific orientation and new hire competency.
• Ability to work in outpatient primary setting with periodic float to acute care.
• Ability to supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, aides, home health aides, and students per regulatory standards.
• Ability to perform medium physical demands: occasional lift/carry 21–50 lbs., frequent 20 lbs., constant 10 lbs., and frequent walking/standing.
• Ability to participate in mandatory annual OSHA training and comply with bloodborne pathogen and TB testing requirements.
• Demonstrated competency with Microsoft Windows or equivalent clinical documentation systems.

Preferred Qualifications and Notes:

• Experience in outpatient physical therapy preferred. Occasional acute care experience is acceptable.
• Experience delegating and coordinating care with PTAs and support staff preferred.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education.
• Ability to work independently and manage caseloads, including case management responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus available with a two-year commitment.
• Direct hire employment type.
• Employer offers salary progression based on experience.
• Mandatory training and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Position Details:

• Location: Alpena, MI. Facility type: Multiple settings (primarily outpatient with occasional acute care float).
• Shift: Days. Typical schedule Monday–Friday, approximately 9:00 AM–5:30 PM. Weekend rotation required approximately one weekend per month.
• Duration: Direct hire, full-time position.
• Clinical duties include evaluation, development and documentation of treatment plans, patient/family education, billing documentation, recommending adaptive equipment, participation in interdisciplinary teams, and promoting PT services in the community.
• Position may require exposure to communicable diseases and use of personal protective equipment.

Location Highlights

Alpena sits on the Lake Huron shoreline and offers outdoor recreation and small-town amenities. Visitors and residents enjoy boating, fishing, and kayaking on Lake Huron and Thunder Bay. Nearby state parks and trails provide hiking, birding, and winter recreation such as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. The downtown area hosts local dining, seasonal festivals, and cultural attractions including a maritime museum and regional arts events.

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.