Travel Physical Therapist - $2,258 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Bernards Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage options

401k matching plan

Recruiter support 24/7

Referral bonuses

Housing assistance options

Travel and license reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel assignment in Somerset, New Jersey, working in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The position runs for 13 weeks with a 40-hour work week, typically days 0830–1630.

Minimum requirements include a PT degree from an APTA-approved program, an active New Jersey license, BLS, SNF experience, geriatric care and post-acute documentation skills, CPR, and preferred EMR proficiency. Travel benefits and housing support are provided.

Qualifications

• PT degree from an APTA-approved program.
• Active New Jersey Physical Therapy license.
• BLS certification.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility (SNF).
• Geriatric/post-acute care documentation experience.
• CPR certification current.
• Preferred: travel therapy experience and EMR proficiency.

Skills

Geriatric care

Mobility assessment

Fall risk assessment

SNF experience

Post-acute care

Education

PT degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctoral) from APTA-approved program

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Somerset, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• 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 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is required.
• Client requires experience with geriatric patient populations and post-acute care documentation standards.
• Demonstrated ability to perform mobility, balance, therapeutic exercise, and fall risk assessments.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Preferred: prior travel therapy experience and proficiency with electronic medical record systems commonly used in long-term care settings.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
• Work Schedule: 5x8.

Location Highlights

Somerset, NJ offers a suburban setting with convenient regional access. Somerset is approximately 30 miles southwest of New York City and about 40 miles northeast of Philadelphia, providing commuter rail options and multiple major highways. The area offers outdoor recreation at nearby Sourland Mountain Preserve and Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park within a 20–30 minute drive, and cultural attractions such as the historic Skylands Manor and local performing arts venues. The community supports a suburban lifestyle with restaurants and shopping in Bridgewater and Princeton reachable within a 15–25 minute commute, and access to regional airports (Newark Liberty and Philadelphia) within 45–60 minutes for occasional travel needs.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefits include medical coverage options beginning early in the assignment, 401k matching plan, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific benefit eligibility and start dates will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and maintain professional growth while delivering patient-centered care in diverse settings. Your recruiter will provide assignment-specific details and next steps.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #440639. 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.

Benefits

• Referral bonus