Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist team supporting a skilled nursing facility in Ada, OK, where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. Providers will evaluate, treat, document, and coordinate care following regulatory and clinical practice standards.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
Active Oklahoma physical therapy license required prior to start of assignment.
Minimum 1 year of PT clinical experience required. New graduates considered only if they have Level II clinical experience rather than solely Level I observation.
Experience in long term care (LTC) or skilled nursing/rehabilitation settings required.
Ability to perform standardized assessments and provide interventions including manual techniques, therapeutic exercise, ambulation training, modalities, use of assistive devices, and wound care as indicated.
Ability to document clinical care and treatment minutes in electronic medical record systems per regulatory requirements.
Ability to supervise and support physical therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students.
Adherence to APTA and state practice acts, professional code of conduct, and ethics.
BLS certification may be required by facility and should be obtained if requested.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior travel therapy experience.
Experience obtaining DME and supplies per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.

Assignment Details
Shift hours: 8-hour shifts.
General weekly workweek: 35 GWW (guaranteed work week).
Shift pattern: 5x8 schedule.
No weekend requirement noted.

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

Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package available starting day one including medical and retirement options.
Paid housing options available.
Travel and license reimbursement options.
24/7 recruiter support for scheduling and assignment needs.
Competitive referral programs.

Impacting Patient Care
You will screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with physical functioning disorders and wounds. You will develop and adjust individualized plans of care, evaluate treatment outcomes, provide patient and caregiver education, and participate in interdisciplinary meetings and required trainings. Accurate clinical documentation and timely communication with the care team are required. You will provide discharge summaries and make referrals when appropriate.

Location Highlights
Ada, OK offers accessible outdoor recreation and regional attractions within easy driving distances.

Ada is near Roman Nose State Park (about 40–50 minutes by car) and Lake of the Arbuckles (approximately 50–60 minutes), providing hiking, boating, and fishing opportunities. The city hosts cultural venues such as the Ada Arts and Heritage Center and is within a one- to two-hour drive of larger regional centers for shopping and dining. The area supports a quiet, small-city lifestyle with access to nearby state parks and outdoor adventure options.

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. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.