Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist supporting an acute inpatient rehabilitation unit in Rochester, NH. You will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while working with an experienced, multidisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
Active New Hampshire physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Inpatient care experience required; open to candidates who will accept training and mentorship.
Experience documenting in electronic health records preferred; familiarity with Expanse is preferred.
Comfort working collaboratively with PTs/OTs/PTAs, SLPs, RNs, LPNs, and patient care technicians.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience treating neurologic patients preferred.
Previous experience in acute rehab or inpatient rehabilitation settings preferred.

Assignment Details

Shift hours: 08:00–16:00.
Schedule may include a weekend shift.
Float to medical-surgical units if inpatient rehab census is low.
Documentation system used: Expanse.
Typical patient-to-therapy ratio approximately 5:1.

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

Benefits

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

Impacting Patient Care

Provide patient-centered physical therapy services on an inpatient rehabilitation unit. Work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver PT, OT, and SLP service lines. Contribute to strong patient experience through communication, rounding, and excellent customer service. The unit uses state-of-the-art equipment and emphasizes teamwork, low turnover, and positive patient outcomes.

Location Highlights

Rochester, NH offers access to both outdoor recreation and regional cultural attractions.

The city is within a 30–45 minute drive of the Seacoast and the Atlantic shoreline, and it is approximately 1–1.5 hours from the White Mountain National Forest for hiking and skiing. Local points of interest include downtown Rochester’s Riverwalk and Mill District, easy access to Portsmouth’s restaurants and historic sites within a 30–40 minute commute, and multiple community parks and regional trails for outdoor activities.

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.