Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Traveling Physical Therapist Opportunity

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Asheville, NC, where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. You will work within a hospital setting that serves as the region's referral center for Level II trauma care, a comprehensive stroke center, and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. A pediatric hospital and busiest regional robotic surgery program support advanced, multidisciplinary care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active North Carolina physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in an acute care hospital environment is required.
• Experience treating post-operative and trauma patients preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including ICU, NICU, and stroke program staff preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a high-acuity or Level II trauma center preferred.
• Experience with mobility programs for cardiac and orthopedic surgical patients preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 07:00 - 17:00.
• Shift Name: Days.

Benefits

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

Work as a travel Physical Therapist to provide flexibility and professional growth while supporting high-quality patient care. Contribute to programs that include trauma, stroke, neonatal, pediatric, cardiac, and robotic surgery services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and support hospital performance metrics.

Location Highlights

Asheville offers mountain recreation and cultural attractions within short drives. The Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest are within a 30–60 minute drive, providing hiking, mountain biking, and waterfalls. Downtown Asheville features the River Arts District and the historic Biltmore Estate, both under a 15-minute drive from central locations, with numerous craft breweries and farm-to-table dining options supporting an urban, arts-focused 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.