Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility | Santa Maria, CA Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Provide rehabilitation services to skilled nursing residents, conducting evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Maintain accurate documentation, educate patients and families, and monitor progress to ensure quality outcomes. New graduates are welcome. Minimum Requirements Valid and unrestricted Physical Therapist license for California required to start the assignment. Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required. Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills required for team-based care. Preferred Qualifications Experience with documentation and regulatory compliance in SNF settings preferred. Familiarity with common therapeutic modalities and home exercise program development preferred. Assignment Details Shift hours: 8-hour day shift. Float required: No. Charge responsibilities: No. Guaranteed hours: 35 (note: guarantees are not promises of future pay). Benefits medical options and 401(k) matching weekly pay dedicated recruiter support referral bonuses housing assistance options travel and license reimbursement Impacting Patient Care Provide direct rehabilitation services that improve functional mobility and quality of life for skilled nursing residents. Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and therapy colleagues to coordinate care plans and support safe discharge and transitions. Maintain best-practice documentation to support clinical and regulatory standards. Location Highlights Santa Maria offers coastal access and wine country within a short drive. The city is approximately 30 miles from the Pacific Ocean and 20 miles from multiple vineyards in the Santa Maria Valley. Enjoy outdoor recreation at nearby Pismo Beach and hiking opportunities in the Los Padres National Forest within a 60-minute drive. The area provides a suburban lifestyle with access to U.S. Highway 101 for regional travel and proximity to small-city amenities and local farmers markets. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr