Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Philadelphia, PA at an outpatient facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing 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 Pennsylvania Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required or may be required prior to start.
• Minimum experience providing outpatient physical therapy services. Previous experience evaluating and developing individualized treatment plans is required.
• Experience with functional treatment programs, patient and family education, and documentation of goals, quality indicators, and letters of medical necessity.
• Ability to complete accurate, timely medical record documentation and charge entry in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Must be able to supervise and delegate to therapy assistants and students when assigned.
• Must be able to float to other clinic locations as required by the client.
• Preferred: Experience in outpatient clinic workflows and familiarity with safe patient handling and materials handling protocols.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient.
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks.
• Shift Pattern: 5x8 schedule.
• Start Date: Position start planned for 6/1/2026.
• Positions Available: 1.
• No new graduates; experienced clinicians only.
• Floating: Candidate required to float to other clinic locations as needed.

Location Highlights

Philadelphia, PA offers a mix of urban culture and historic landmarks within close proximity to parks and waterways. The city features the historic Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Center City, both within typical city commutes of under 30 minutes from most neighborhoods. Philadelphia provides access to the Schuylkill River Trail and Fairmount Park with multi-mile trails and riverfront recreation within a 10-20 minute drive. The city is about 90 minutes from the Pocono Mountains for outdoor adventure and roughly 2 hours from the Jersey Shore coastline for beach access. Cultural attractions include the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Reading Terminal Market, both located in central neighborhoods served by public transit including SEPTA regional rail and subway lines. The lifestyle fits clinicians seeking an urban environment with walkable districts, extensive dining options, and direct transit connections to nearby suburban and regional destinations.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one. Details will be provided by your recruiter.

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.