Travel Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility - $2,215 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Newton, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Minimum 1 year of professional skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience required (client-specific).
• Experience with typical SNF documentation and care plans preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift Hours: 08:30–16:30.
• Shift Pattern: 5x8.
• Start: ASAP.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks.

Location Highlights

Newton, NJ offers a blend of small-town and outdoor recreation. Newton is near Jenny Jump State Forest (approximately 20 miles) and within a 60-minute drive of High Point State Park, providing hiking and lake access for an adventurous lifestyle. The town features the Newton Theatre and the Sussex County Farmers Market within the historic downtown district, a short drive or walk from many residential areas, for urban-style cultural and dining options. New York City is about 60–75 miles and accessible via regional bus routes and nearby highways, supporting occasional metropolitan visits while living in a quieter, suburban setting.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #437296. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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