Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Federal Way, WA, outpatient setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while working with a multidisciplinary team. Evaluate and treat patients with various musculoskeletal injuries. Communicate treatment plans and evaluations effectively to medical teams and report patient progress to in-house and specialty physicians. Provide assistance to colleagues in identifying clinical issues. BS or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy required. Active state license required to start the assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Current, active Washington state PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience evaluating and treating outpatient orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries in a clinic setting.
• Ability to communicate treatment plans and progress with medical teams, including orthopedic and hand surgeons.
• Client requirement: availability to work a standard clinic schedule consistent with a Monday–Friday outpatient practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in outpatient orthopedic clinics treating a broad caseload of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Experience collaborating with specialty physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 08:00–17:00.
• Workweek: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

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

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for travelers beginning day one. Benefits may include medical coverage options, 401(k) matching, paid housing options, travel and license reimbursement, 24/7 recruiter support, and referral incentives.

Impacting Patient Care

Join a team focused on restoring function and reducing pain for outpatient orthopedic patients. Your clinical decisions will contribute to care coordination with physicians and therapists, improving patient outcomes and clinic throughput. This role supports professional development through collaborative practice and exposure to diverse musculoskeletal cases.

Location Highlights

Federal Way offers access to outdoor recreation and regional transit within short drives. Point Defiance Park and Dash Point State Park are within a 20–40 minute drive, providing waterfront trails and beach access. Downtown Seattle is approximately a 25–35 mile commute via I-5 or regional transit options, offering cultural venues such as Pike Place Market and the Seattle Art Museum. The area supports an active, suburban lifestyle with nearby shopping at The Commons at Federal Way and community events at local parks.

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 for all associates.