Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Northport, AL at a hospital 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
Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited program or equivalent required.
Current Alabama Physical Therapist license in active status and in good standing required.
AHA BLS or Red Cross CPR certification required.
Minimum 18 months to 2 years of clinical experience as a licensed PT; must have at least 1 year of experience in relevant specialty areas such as geriatric, neurological, stroke, or amputation care.
Experience working in inpatient and acute care settings required.
Ability to float to other hospital units as needed required.
Must be able to perform physical job demands including lifting, pushing, pulling, ambulation assistance, and prolonged periods of standing or walking.
Ability to document patient care electronically and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams required.
Preferred: Additional licenses in OT or SLP.

Assignment Details
Facility Type: Hospital
Shift Name: Days
Shift Hours: 08:00–16:30
Days: Monday through Friday
Weekend Requirement: One weekend required per month.
Patient Load: Typical census around six patients per day in inpatient/acute units.
Clinical Focus: Geriatric, Neurological, Stroke, and Amputation patients.
Onsite Requirement: Physical presence onsite is essential.

Location Highlights

Northport, AL sits adjacent to the city of Tuscaloosa and provides easy access to regional attractions.

The area is 8 miles from the University of Alabama campus and 10 minutes from the Black Warrior River waterfront. Local recreation includes Lake Lurleen State Park approximately 15 miles northwest, offering hiking trails and boating, and the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater within a 10–15 minute drive for concerts and events. The locale fits an urban-suburban lifestyle with access to college-town dining, museums such as the University of Alabama Museums, and multiple parks within a short commute. Regional transit options include I-59/I-20 corridors for driving and regional bus connections to nearby communities.

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.