Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist - $2,015 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Lakeside, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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 will 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 Arizona State Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting is required.
• Experience providing care to geriatric patient populations, including restorative and maintenance programs.
• Demonstrated ability to document skilled treatments, develop individualized care plans, and work within interdisciplinary teams.
• Client requires availability to work a 4x8 schedule, 5 days per week, with a 32-hour weekly guarantee.
• Preferred: Prior travel therapy experience and familiarity with common SNF equipment (Hoyer lift, gait belts, parallel bars). Preferred items are not required.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Schedule: 4x8, Monday through Friday (days), 32 hours per week guaranteed.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
• May be required to float to other nearby facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

The community offers outdoor recreation and a relaxed mountain-lake lifestyle. Lakeside, AZ is near Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area, approximately 5–10 miles from local waterfront access and fishing areas, and about a 20–30 minute drive to Show Low for additional shopping and dining. The area is within a 1–1.5 hour drive of White Mountains opportunities, including hiking trails, downhill and cross-country skiing seasons, and camping at state and national forest sites. Public transit is limited; most commuting is by car, and the locale fits a quiet, small-town lifestyle with convenient access to regional outdoor adventure and cultural events.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and commitment. Benefits include weekly, on-time pay; full medical benefits options; 401(k) matching plan; 24/7 recruiter support; competitive referral bonuses; housing options when available; and travel and license reimbursement. Recruiter will discuss full benefits during outreach.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT to gain flexibility, professional growth, and stability. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Apply to connect with a recruiter who will review assignment specifics and qualifications.

EEO Statement

We are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #441389. 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.

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