Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Traveling Physical Therapist Opportunity

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Lafayette, IN at a hospital-affiliated outpatient YMCA setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Indiana physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in outpatient orthopedics, including post-op knee, hip, and shoulder care, and management of low back/neck pain.
• Experience with EMR systems; Epic experience preferred.
• Familiarity with therapeutic equipment such as estim, ultrasound, Hivamat, laser, AlterG, or Vector preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manual therapy skills preferred.
• Experience treating adult ortho and neuro patient populations preferred.
• Good team player, flexible, and strong work ethic preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08:30–17:00.
• Weekly guarantee: 36 hours.
• Patient ratio: typically 1:1.
• No float requirements.
• No weekend or on-call requirements.

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available for eligible assignments.
• Travel and license reimbursement options.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality outpatient orthopedic care including post-operative rehabilitation and chronic pain management. Use clinical skills and available therapeutic modalities to improve patient function and outcomes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support patient-centered plans of care. Your work will directly support recovery and functional independence for adult ortho and neuro patients.

Location Highlights

Experience Lafayette, IN with access to regional parks and cultural attractions within short drives. Visit Prophetstown State Park and the Tippecanoe Battlefield Monument, both within a 20–30 minute drive, for hiking and historical connections. Commute times to downtown Lafayette and West Lafayette are typically under 20 minutes, offering access to Purdue University campus events, the Wabash River waterfront, restaurants, and cultural venues. Outdoor recreation options include fishing and boating on the Wabash River and nearby state park trails for an active lifestyle. The area provides suburban living with convenient access to university-driven cultural and sporting events.

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.