Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist - $1,944 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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 our team as a traveling Physical Therapist in Emporia, VA at a skilled nursing facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will 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 Virginia Physical Therapy license prior to the assignment start.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competency with common SNF interventions, including transfers, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and durable medical equipment training preferred.
• Effective documentation skills using electronic medical records preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.

Location Highlights

Emporia, VA is a small city with convenient regional access and outdoor options. The city is located along I-95 with a drive of approximately 1.5 hours to Richmond and about 2.5 hours to Virginia Beach. Emporia is near the Meherrin River and within roughly 30–60 minutes of several state parks and wildlife areas, including Chowan Creek Marsh and the scenic banks of the Nottoway River, offering boating and fishing. The area provides a quiet, small-city lifestyle with local farmers markets, historic districts, and regional festivals, while allowing reasonable commutes to larger urban centers for dining and cultural attractions.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits begin on your first day and include medical options, 401k matching, paid housing availability, travel and license reimbursement, weekly pay, a dedicated recruiter available 24/7, and referral opportunities.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and obtain flexibility and stability in varied clinical settings. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by our career tools designed for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #440965. 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.