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 where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from accredited schools approved by the APTA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• Utah PT license
• BLS certification
• MSPT or DPT degree from an accredited PT program
• Pass the NPTE
• Understanding of neuro, multi-trauma, and medically complex diagnoses
• Ability to complete a thorough chart review and understanding of lab values and weight bearing precautions
• Previous use of mobility devices and lift systems
• Understanding of back braces, UE/LE positioning devices, and hip, spine, and cardiac precautions

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 7:00AM-7:00PM
• Shift days: Friday-Sunday, plus one mid-week shift
• Alternate weekends required
• Cross training on the acute care side will occur during week two
• May float to the acute care side of the hospital when census is low

Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Salt Lake City offers direct access to outdoor recreation and urban amenities. Sugar House Park is about 10 minutes from central Salt Lake City, and Big Cottonwood Canyon provides hiking and skiing access within roughly 20 to 30 minutes. Downtown features Temple Square and the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, while TRAX light rail connects key neighborhoods, the University of Utah, and Salt Lake City International Airport. Great Salt Lake is within about 30 minutes, and several Wasatch Front ski areas, including Snowbird and Alta, are reachable in about 45 minutes to 1 hour. The area suits travelers seeking both hospital-based work and access to mountain, cultural, and transit-connected city settings.

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.