Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,094 to $2,294 per week in Shelbyville, KY

Physical Therapist
Location: Shelbyville, KY
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: $2,094 to $2,294 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Shelbyville, KY providing home health services 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 Kentucky Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Home health experience preferred. Candidates with prior experience conducting evaluations, developing home exercise programs, and delivering skilled in-home interventions will be given preference.
• Experience with common home health documentation systems and electronic medical records preferred.
• Ability to travel within an assigned geographic caseload and reliably provide patient visits in home settings.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license recommended for travel between patient homes.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Home Health.
• Shift Name: Days.

Location Highlights

Discover Shelbyville, KY and nearby attractions for a balanced travel assignment. Shelbyville is 30 miles east of Louisville and 20 miles southeast of Frankfort, offering a suburban lifestyle with quick access to urban amenities and I-64 for regional travel. The city is near Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, approximately a 20-minute drive, providing hiking trails, educational exhibits, and outdoor recreation. Downtown Shelbyville features a historic courthouse square, local dining options, and a farmers market within walking distance of civic venues, supporting a quiet suburban lifestyle with community events. For weekend excursions, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is about a 2.5-hour drive for waterfalls and hiking, while Louisville Waterfront Park is roughly a 35–45 minute drive for riverfront trails, festivals, and museums. Public and regional transit options connect to larger metro areas via I-64 and local park-and-ride services for commuting to nearby cities, fitting clinicians seeking a suburban assignment with accessible urban and outdoor amenities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting on day one.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Housing options available for travelers.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

EEO Statement

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 associates.