Travel Physical Therapist - $2,164 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

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. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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 Michigan Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Recent experience in a skilled nursing facility or post-acute care setting preferred.
• Experience evaluating and treating geriatric populations, including mobility, transfers, balance, and fall-risk interventions preferred.
• Familiarity with documentation systems used in SNF settings and experience completing Medicare-related documentation preferred.
• Ability to work independently, manage caseloads, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630.
• Work Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 35 hours per week.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
• Candidate may be required to float to other facilities as needed.

Location Highlights.

Kalamazoo offers a mix of cultural and outdoor options within short drives. Explore the Kalamazoo Nature Center and Portage Creek Bicentennial Park less than 10 miles from downtown, and access the Kal-Haven Trail State Park within a 30-minute drive for hiking and cycling. Discover the Gilmore Car Museum and Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum within city limits, and enjoy walkable downtown districts with craft breweries and the Kalamazoo River nearby. The area provides a suburban lifestyle with regional transit options and an approximately 2.5-hour drive to Lake Michigan beaches for coastal recreation.

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.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and 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.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #444927. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.