Travel Physical Therapist - $2,179 per week

Spirit Energy; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

401k matching

24/7 recruiter support

Referral bonuses

100% paid housing

Travel + license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a SNF setting in Santa Cruz, California. This assignment runs 13 weeks, with 40 hours per week and 8-hour shifts. Start date 09/17/2026. Travel role with full-time hours and housing support in select locations.

Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance while providing patient‑centered care across diverse facilities. APTA‑accredited PT degree, active state licensure and BLS may be required.

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

Physical Therapist

Therapy

Education

PT degree (APTA-accredited)

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist


• Discipline: Therapy


• Start Date: 09/17/2026


• 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 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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

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


• Competitive Referral Bonuses


• 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, California offers coastal access and outdoor recreation with the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on the city shoreline and Natural Bridges State Beach about 3 miles from downtown. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is about 8 miles away and features old-growth redwoods, while Wilder Ranch State Park sits along the coast roughly 4 miles west with trails for hiking and biking. Downtown Santa Cruz includes Pacific Avenue shopping and dining, and the city is about 35 miles from San Jose via Highway 17 for regional access. The Monterey Bay coastline and Santa Cruz Wharf support a laid-back waterfront setting with ocean views, surfing access, and marine wildlife viewing.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #448786. 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.