Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist — Skilled Nursing Facility in Canaan, Connecticut. This travel assignment starts on 08/01/2026 for 13 weeks, offering $2,257 to $2,408 per week with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift is 5x8 days (08:00–16:30). The setting is a long-term care, skilled nursing facility environment focused on geriatric rehabilitation and function.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,257–$2,408 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 08/01/2026
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility / Long-Term Care

Responsibilities
- Conduct initial evaluations and develop individualized plans of care for residents in a SNF setting.
- Design and implement therapeutic programs to improve mobility, strength, balance, gait, and activities of daily living.
- Provide evidence-based interventions including therapeutic exercises, gait training, ROM, manual therapy, and modality application as appropriate.
- Re-assess progress regularly, document outcomes, and communicate updates to the interdisciplinary team and care partners.
- Monitor safety, ensure proper infection control, and adjust treatment plans to meet patient goals and discharge planning requirements.
- Educate residents and caregivers on home programs and strategies to maintain gains after therapy ends.

Requirements
- Active Physical Therapist license (Connecticut) or eligibility to practice in the state
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent
- Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility setting
- Strong clinical documentation and communication skills
- Commitment to collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team
- Ability to meet assignment-specific credentialing and scheduling requirements

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Travel and scheduling coordination
- Extension opportunities when available

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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