Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist providing home health services in Newton, MA and surrounding communities. Apply now and a recruiter will contact you with more details.

Minimum Requirements

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy (Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral) from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
Active Massachusetts Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
Minimum 1 year of home health physical therapy experience required.
BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
Ability to travel to patient homes as assigned across the service region.
Experience with electronic clinical documentation systems and interdisciplinary communication preferred.
Weekend rotation approximately once every 6 weeks, preferred candidates able to accommodate.

Assignment Details

Facility Type: Home Health.
Shift Name: Days.
Shift Details: Days 0800-1630.
Start: 05/17/2026; Assignment length: 17 week.
Required: Massachusetts Physical Therapist license.
Patient population: All ages, from pediatric to geriatric, treated in patients‘ place of residence.
Weekend rotations: once every 6 weeks.
Travel: Clinician must travel to assigned cases within the region; floating between service areas may be required.

Location Highlights

Newton, MA offers suburban living with close access to urban amenities.

The Charles River is within a short drive and provides waterfront paths and boating opportunities, while downtown Boston is approximately 10 miles east with commuter rail and MBTA service for a 20–30 minute commute. Nearby recreational options include the Blue Hills Reservation about 6 miles south for hiking and biking, and the Middlesex Fells Reservation roughly 8 miles north offering extensive trails and scenic overlooks. Cultural attractions include the Museum of Fine Arts and the Freedom Trail in Boston, both reachable by public transit. The area supports a suburban lifestyle with family-friendly neighborhoods, parks, and quick access to major highways for regional travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include access to medical plans, 401(k) options, recruiter support, referral incentives, housing assistance where available, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific eligibility and enrollment details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes who have impairments or functional limitations due to injury, disease, or other causes. Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and allied health professionals to identify needs and coordinate care. Maintain timely electronic documentation and follow agency policies and standards of practice.

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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.