Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Manchester, TN at an outpatient clinic where you will help patients recover from orthopedic injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Doctoral, Master's, or Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the APTA.
• Active Tennessee Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to or at start of assignment.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred. This client prefers clinicians with outpatient experience but will accept new graduates and first-time travelers.
• Productivity expectation: approximately 60 visits per week, with typical caseload of 12-14 patients per day and double-booking of follow-up visits expected.
• Availability and willingness to adhere to a guaranteed 36-hour schedule with expectation to work up to 40 hours per week. Overtime must be approved by the clinic director before being worked.
• Floating to other clinics is not required by this client.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift: Days.
• Patient population: Orthopedics.
• Schedule guarantee: 36 hours guaranteed, expectation to work up to 40 hours per week.
• Overtime requires director approval before hours are worked.

Location Highlights

Manchester, TN offers convenient access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions within short drives. The city is about 15 minutes from Rock Island State Park and 45 minutes from Fall Creek Falls State Park, providing hiking, waterfalls, and lake access for an adventurous lifestyle. Manchester is 50 miles southeast of Nashville, offering urban entertainment options such as live music on Broadway and professional sports within a one-hour drive. Local features include the Bonnaroo grounds hosting large-scale music events and the Duck River, noted for biodiversity and fishing opportunities, making the area suitable for both active and relaxed lifestyles.

Benefits Designed for Travelers


We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits begin on day one and include medical and retirement options, recruiter support, paid housing availability, travel and license reimbursement, and referral opportunities.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


Join a travel PT opportunity to gain flexibility, professional growth, and assignment variety. Choose from travel contracts and other career pathways while maintaining continuity of care in diverse settings. A recruiter will provide assignment specifics and next steps.

EEO Statement


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.