Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist in Newark, NJ outpatient settings where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who‘ll reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active New Jersey physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient physical therapy experience required. Clinicians should be competent managing adolescents through geriatrics, sports injuries for younger patients, post-operative care, and basic neurologic cases.
• Experience with WebPT EMR preferred.
• Ability to participate in a virtual interview and provide an up-to-date resume for submission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary outpatient clinic.
• Comfort treating a broad caseload including sports, post-op, and neuro patients.

Assignment Details

• Schedule is typically Monday through Friday.
• Potential schedule of four 10-hour days.

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

Benefits

We provide a benefits package designed for traveling clinicians. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401k matching, weekly pay, travel and license reimbursement, referral bonuses, 24/7 recruiter support, and 100% paid housing availability when applicable.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and deliver quality outpatient care while maintaining professional flexibility. You will support patient recovery, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and use ProVenture tools for career options including travel and direct hire opportunities.

Location Highlights

Newark offers a convenient urban setting with easy access to New York City and regional attractions. Newark Liberty International Airport is within a short drive and PATH/NJ Transit connections provide commute options to Manhattan. The city features Branch Brook Park with its cherry blossoms and the Ironbound district known for diverse dining and cultural festivals, both within a few miles of central neighborhoods. Recreational options include waterfront access along the Passaic River and a short drive to state parks such as South Mountain Reservation and the Watchung Reservation for hiking and outdoor activities. This location fits clinicians seeking an urban lifestyle with nearby suburban and outdoor escapes.

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.