Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical & 401k Matching

24/7 Recruiter

Housing provided

Travel & License Reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a Traveling Physical Therapist in California (Santa Cruz area) to support patients recovering from injuries and managing chronic conditions. You will work in travel assignments across diverse facilities, with the chance to experience new locations and settings.

The role requires a PT degree, an active state license, and flexible availability for 8-hour shifts, including floating as needed. Comprehensive benefits apply from day one.

Qualifications

• Active State License is required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
• Minimum 1 year of skilled nursing facility experience.
• 8-hour shifts; open to floating as needed.

Responsibilities

• Help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions.
• Provide physical therapy services across travel assignments nationwide.
• Collaborate with care teams in diverse facility settings.

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from accredited schools approved by the APTA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• Minimum 1 year of skilled nursing facility experience
• 8-hour shifts
• Open to floating as needed

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Santa Cruz offers coastal living with access to West Cliff Drive and Natural Bridges State Beach. The city includes the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on the waterfront and sits about 35 miles from Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, making it a fit for clinicians who enjoy both beach time and redwood trails. Downtown Santa Cruz features Pacific Avenue shopping and dining, and the city is about 75 miles south of San Francisco for regional weekend trips. The area also provides surfing at Steamer Lane and walking access to the Santa Cruz Wharf, with Monterey Bay adding another well-known coastal landmark nearby.

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.