Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist needed for a travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility setting in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania. This temporary role starts on 09/14/2026 for 17 weeks, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week and a 5x8 day shift (08:00–16:30). The position takes place in a long-term care, nursing home environment, delivering PT services to residents across the facility.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,334 – $2,411 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract duration: 17 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: Long-term care nursing home

Responsibilities
- Conduct initial physical therapy evaluations and develop resident-centered treatment plans.
- Implement evidence-based therapies to improve mobility, gait, balance, strength, and functional independence.
- Reassess residents regularly, adjust plans as needed, and document progress in the medical record.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (nursing, OT, SLP, social work) to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
- Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, safety, and fall prevention; promote adherence to plan of care.

Requirements
- Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility and manage an appropriate resident caseload.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
- Commitment to resident-centered care and safety, with adherence to standard PT practice.
- Willingness to participate in a 17-week travel assignment and a 5x8 schedule.
- Active PT license in Pennsylvania or eligibility to practice in the state.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Onboarding and clinical orientation tailored to travel assignments
- Ongoing assignment support throughout the contract
- Access to a network of resources and clinical colleagues to support safe, quality care

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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