Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC seeks a Traveling Physical Therapist to support a Skilled Nursing Facility in Westfield, NJ. The role focuses on helping patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Requirements include a PT degree, NJ license, and BLS; prior travel or SNF experience is preferred. The assignment runs 13 weeks with days shifts and 36–40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• PT degree from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapist license required to start.
• BLS certification may be required; prior travel PT or SNF experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat adults with post-acute and chronic conditions, including mobility restoration.
• Document care in SNF and Medicare/Medicaid systems.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to plan and deliver care.

Skills

Experience in SNF care

Independent work

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

PT degree (Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral)

Job description

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.

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 American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting is required.
• Demonstrated ability evaluating and treating adults with post-acute and chronic conditions, including mobility and functional restoration.
• Experience with documentation systems commonly used in SNFs and Medicare/Medicaid regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams.
• Preferred: prior travel PT experience and proficiency with restorative nursing programs.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 08:30-16:30.
• Scheduled as 5x8 with a 30-minute meal break.
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week; scheduled 40 hours.
• Assignment duration: 13 weeks.

Location Highlights

Westfield, NJ offers a suburban lifestyle with accessible regional transit and nearby outdoor recreation. Westfield is 30 miles from Manhattan with NJ Transit rail service providing regular commutes to New York Penn Station and is adjacent to Rahway River Parkway offering riverside trails and parks. The town features a historic downtown with shops and restaurants along North and South Avenue and is within 25 miles of the Jersey Shore beaches and Sandy Hook. Westfield is a suburban community suited to those seeking a walkable downtown, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a mix of cultural events at nearby Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway. Commuting options include major roadways I-78 and the Garden State Parkway within a 20-40 minute drive, and Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 20 miles away.

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.