Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist | Skilled Nursing Facility | Puyallup, Washington | Start November 30, 2026 | 13-week travel assignment | 35 guaranteed hours per week | Shift 5x8 days (08:00–16:30) | LTC - Nursing Home setting. This travel opportunity offers a weekly pay range of $2,423 to $2,638 and is guided by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,423–$2,638 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: November 30, 2026
- Setting: Long-term care / skilled nursing facility

Responsibilities
- Perform initial evaluations and ongoing assessments of residents to determine physical therapy needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, gait, and functional independence.
- Provide direct patient care through therapeutic exercises, modalities, and restorative interventions, while ensuring safety and infection control protocols.
- Document patient progress, update treatment plans, and liaise with the facility’s interdisciplinary team to support discharge planning and care transitions.
- Educate residents and families on home programs, fall prevention, posture, and activity modification; ensure clear and accurate clinical notes.

Requirements
- Active Physical Therapist license in Washington state
- Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility environment
- Prior experience in geriatric rehabilitation or SNF settings preferred
- Strong documentation, communication, and clinical reasoning skills
- Availability to start on the specified date for a 13-week travel assignment

Benefits and Support
- Assignment-specific support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including onboarding guidance
- Dedicated recruiter and ongoing travel support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and compliance assistance to facilitate timely onboarding
- Clear lines of communication and access to resources for clinical and logistical needs
- Potential for extension opportunities based on performance and staffing needs
- Competitive weekly pay aligned with the stated range

Find more opportunities
If this assignment isn’t a perfect match, consider exploring other openings available at The hiring team can help identify additional travel PT roles that fit your preferences and location goals.

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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

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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