Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Provide one-on-one physical therapy services in an outpatient hospital-based therapy department serving adult patients with orthopedic, post-operative, pain management, neurological, and sports medicine diagnoses. Conduct initial assessments and establish plans of care according to departmental policies and standards. Therapists should expect 60-minute evaluations and approximately 30-minute treatment sessions, with flexibility based on patient needs. Maintain productivity expectations of approximately 80% patient care time each shift. Work within a multidisciplinary department that includes occupational and speech therapy. Black scrubs required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Missouri prior to start of assignment.
• Minimum of 1+ years of clinical experience treating adult outpatient orthopedic, post-operative, pain management, neurological, or sports medicine patients.
• Experience providing 1:1 therapy, performing comprehensive evaluations, and developing plans of care.
• Experience with EPIC or similar electronic medical records is preferred.
• Ability to meet departmental productivity expectations and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be willing to float to other facilities as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hospital-based outpatient therapy settings.
• Experience with orthopedic surgical caseloads and post-operative protocols.
• Team-player demeanor with strong communication skills.

Assignment Details

• Shift: Nights.
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 36.
• Weekend hours as per facility needs.
• Productivity expectation: ~80% patient care time per shift.
• All therapy is 1:1 with the therapist and patient; no double-booking or techs treating patients.
• Flu vaccination required November 1 through April 1; declinations or exceptions must be client approved.

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

Benefits

We provide comprehensive benefits designed for traveling clinicians. Benefits include medical coverage options, retirement plan with matching, travel and license reimbursement, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, and housing assistance when applicable. Benefits eligibility and details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care

Join a hospital-rated facility that provides 24-hour emergency care and a full range of diagnostic and restorative services. Contribute to patient recovery through individualized, 1:1 treatment and evidence-based practice. Support a therapy department that ranges from newer graduates to experienced clinicians and emphasizes collaboration and patient-centered care.

Location Highlights

Festus, MO is approximately 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis and the Gateway Arch, and about the same distance to Six Flags St. Louis for recreational outings. Commute options include regional highways connecting to St. Louis attractions such as Union Station and Busch Stadium, and the area features access to local parks and suburban lifestyle amenities. The region offers cultural options including professional sports (St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues), a notable craft brewery scene with dozens of breweries, and family attractions like the City Museum and St. Louis Aquarium.

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.