Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $1,973 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Kearney, Missouri.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• 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 a Kearney, MO outpatient clinic 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 Missouri Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient experience preferred. New graduates and first-time travelers will be considered.
• Experience treating orthopedics and post-op patient populations preferred. Experience with vestibular patients is beneficial.
• Ability to meet productivity expectations: approximately 60 visits per week; typically 12–14 patients per day with possible double-booking of follow-up visits (preferred).
• OT hours must be approved by the clinic director before working overtime.
• Must be willing to work a guaranteed 36 hours with the expectation of working up to 40 hours per week.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Type: Day shift schedule (exact start/end times not provided).
• Patient Population: Primarily orthopedics and post-op; some vestibular cases.
• Float Requirement: No floating to other clinics.
• Weekly Guarantee: 36 hours guaranteed, expectation to work up to 40 hours.
• Productivity Expectation: Approximately 60 visits per week; generally 12–14 patients per day; double-booking of follow-up visits expected.

Location Highlights

Kearney, MO offers easy access to regional outdoor and cultural attractions. The city is about 30 miles north of downtown Kansas City and approximately 20 miles from Smithville Lake for boating and fishing. Kearney provides a suburban lifestyle with historic downtown shopping and local parks such as Kearney Park and Burlington Trail within a short drive. Commuting to larger entertainment and dining districts in Kansas City typically takes about 30–40 minutes. Nearby state and conservation areas like Weston Bend State Park and Lewis & Clark State Park are within a 30–45 minute drive for hiking and river access.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package from day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility and stability while working in outpatient orthopedics. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants with next steps.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442219. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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.