Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a skilled nursing facility in Worcester, MA as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate patients with physical functioning disorders and contribute to care planning in a long-term care and rehab setting. Provide evidence-based assessments and interventions such as manual techniques, therapeutic exercise, ambulation training, use of assistive devices, modalities, and wound care. Document clinical progress and regulatory-required information in the electronic medical record, participate in care conferences and utilization reviews, and provide comprehensive discharge summaries.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Massachusetts physical therapy license required.
• Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience required; experience in long-term care or inpatient rehabilitation required.
• New graduates considered only if they have completed Level II clinical experience; Level I observation alone is not sufficient.
• Ability to perform standardized assessments, develop and adjust plans of care, and document treatment minutes per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Ability to supervise and support PT assistants, rehabilitation aides, and students.
• Adherence to APTA and state practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics during professional practice.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with wound care and use of DME and assistive devices in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• Experience participating in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and interdisciplinary team communication.

Assignment Details

• Shift schedule: 8 hour days, 5 shifts per week.
• Weekend requirement: None.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available for travelers, including medical benefits, 401k matching options, recruiter support, referral programs, housing options, and reimbursement for travel and licensure where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide skilled, patient-centered rehabilitation services in a long-term care environment. Use evidence-based practice and standardized assessments to guide interventions and measure outcomes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to address barriers, optimize function, and support safe discharge planning. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in facility-required trainings and meetings.

Location Highlights

Worcester is a centrally located city with access to cultural, outdoor, and educational attractions. The city is home to the Worcester Art Museum and Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, both within city limits and minutes from downtown. It is approximately 40 miles west of Boston and about 35 miles east of the Berkshires, offering a range of commuter and weekend getaway options. Worcester also provides access to local parks such as Elm Park and nearby Wachusett Mountain for hiking and skiing, supporting both urban and outdoor lifestyles.

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.