Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Traveling Physical Therapist Role

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Peoria, AZ at an outpatient facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. This role emphasizes orthopedic outpatient care, patient education, safe handling practices, and professional development aligned with organizational quality and safety priorities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Arizona Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic settings preferred, including evaluation, development of treatment plans, goal writing, and discharge planning.
• Experience with documentation, letters of medical necessity, functional quality indicator assessment, and charge entry in compliance with regulatory and clinic policies.
• Ability to supervise and delegate discipline-specific therapy services and participate in student clinical education.
• Adherence to state practice act, maintenance of professional licensure, and completion of required continuing education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an outpatient clinic with a primary orthopedic caseload.
• Experience participating in performance improvement initiatives and clinical competency programs.

Assignment Details

• Schedule: 5x8.

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

Benefits

Benefits are available from day one. Details include medical benefits, 401(k) matching plan, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing options, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional outcomes and safe return to community activities. Complete timely, accurate medical documentation and ensure care is delivered under appropriate physician orders and insurance authorization. Participate in student training and pursue professional development. Follow clinic safety protocols including safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace hazard reporting.

Location Highlights

Peoria, AZ offers outdoor recreation and suburban amenities within easy reach of major attractions. Lake Pleasant Regional Park is about a 25–35 minute drive and provides boating and hiking options. The Peoria Sports Complex hosts professional spring training teams and is within the city. Downtown Phoenix and its cultural venues, including museums and professional sports arenas, are approximately a 25–30 minute commute, offering urban dining and entertainment options. The Sonoran Desert provides hiking and mountain biking opportunities nearby for an active lifestyle.

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.