Travel Physical Therapist - $1,518 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Saint Petersburg, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• 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 as a traveling Physical Therapist in Saint Petersburg, FL, and 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 Florida Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Ability to work with adult inpatient populations, including post-surgical and medically complex patients preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a 300+ bed hospital preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 0800-1630.
• Shift Days: Monday through Friday.
• May be required to follow facility-specific scrub color guidelines.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package available from the start of assignment. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401(k) matching, paid housing options, travel and license reimbursement, weekly pay, and 24/7 recruiter support.

Impacting Patient Care

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and provide essential rehabilitation services in an acute care hospital. Contribute to patient recovery through assessment, individualized treatment plans, functional mobility training, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The role supports continuity of care for medically complex and post-surgical patients.

Location Highlights

Explore coastal lifestyle and cultural attractions in and around Saint Petersburg. Visit Fort De Soto Park and its beaches, located approximately 15 miles from downtown Saint Petersburg, and enjoy waterfront recreation and kayaking. Explore the Salvador Dalí Museum in the downtown arts district, a short drive from Bayshore Drive and the St. Pete waterfront. Commute times within the Tampa Bay area typically range from 20 to 40 minutes to nearby neighborhoods and attractions, offering options for urban and coastal living.

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.

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Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #445441. 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.