Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners; Elmer (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k matching

Paid housing options

Travel reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a traveling Physical Therapist to assist patients in recovery and management of chronic conditions. This role requires a degree in Physical Therapy and an active New Jersey license. Experience in outpatient settings and treating orthopedic patients is preferred. Offering competitive benefits including medical coverage, 401k matching, and recruiter support. Join our team and enjoy a fulfilling career while exploring new locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active New Jersey physical therapy license is a must to start.
• Experience in outpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions.
• Work with adult orthopedic and post-operative patients in outpatient settings.
• Submit compliance documents at least 10 days before start date.

Skills

Experience in outpatient hospital therapy

Experience treating adult orthopedic patients

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Active New Jersey physical therapy license

BLS certification from AHA or ARC

Job description

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join our team 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.

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.


• Active New Jersey physical therapy license required to start the assignment.


• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to start.


• Experience working in an outpatient hospital or hospital-based outpatient therapy setting preferred.


• Required facility-specific items: ability to submit all required compliance documents at least 10 days prior to the traveler’s start date.


• Experience treating adult orthopedic and post-operative patients preferred.


• Facility type: Hospital (hospital-based outpatient).


• Shift: Days.


• Shift hours: 08:00–18:00.


• Shift days: Days of week as scheduled (day shift).

Location Highlights

Elmer, NJ is a small-town community with convenient access to regional attractions and major transit routes. Elmer is within 35 miles of Wilmington, DE and about 55 miles from Philadelphia, PA offering urban cultural venues and commuter rail connections. The area is 20–30 minutes from Delaware River waterfront areas and 45–60 minutes from Cape May beaches, providing coastal and recreational options. Nearby state parks such as Parvin State Park and Belleplain State Forest are within a 20–40 minute drive, which supports hiking, fishing, and outdoor recreation for an adventurous or suburban lifestyle. Local features include historic downtown districts, easy highway access to Route 40 and the Garden State Parkway, and regional dining and community events that suit clinicians seeking a quiet or family-friendly assignment location.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefit options include medical coverage, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement where applicable. Specific benefit enrollment details will be provided by your recruiter.

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain professional variety, stable assignments, and structured support. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Your recruiter will provide applicable contract and credentialing details.

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.