Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Stamford, CT working in an outpatient clinic. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, document care, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. This role requires clinical reasoning to progress patients toward functional goals and discharge. You will participate in student training as assigned, uphold professional standards and organizational core values, and follow safety and compliance policies.

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
Active Connecticut physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
Demonstrated ability to complete comprehensive evaluations, develop measurable treatment goals, and document care in a timely manner in compliance with regulatory and payer requirements.
Experience in outpatient physical therapy settings preferred.
Ability to supervise and provide direction for discipline-specific therapy services and to participate in student education when assigned.
Commitment to following state practice act, maintaining licensure and completing required continuing education.

Preferred Qualifications
Previous travel or contract therapy experience preferred.
Experience with functional outcome measurement, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry preferred.

Assignment Details
Shift pattern: 5x8.

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

Benefits
Comprehensive benefits available beginning the first day of the assignment.
Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
100% paid housing available as an option.
Travel and license reimbursement.
24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
Competitive referral bonuses.

Impacting Patient Care
Provide high-quality outpatient physical therapy that supports patient safety and functional recovery. Adhere to clinic guidelines for patient handling, infection control, materials handling, and environmental safety. Complete clear, concise, and timely documentation including goal writing and functional quality indicator assessment. Engage in performance improvement initiatives and professional development to support clinical excellence.

Location Highlights
Stamford offers a mix of urban amenities and coastal access within the greater New York metropolitan area.

Stamford is approximately 30 miles from New York City with convenient commuter rail service to Manhattan and is 10 miles from the Long Island Sound waterfront offering marinas and shoreline parks. The city has downtown dining and entertainment districts, multiple public parks such as Cove Island Park with walking trails and beaches, and is within easy driving distance to state parks like Bear Mountain State Park for hiking and outdoor recreation.

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.