Travel Physical Therapist - $2,327 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

24/7 recruiter support

Referral bonuses

100% paid housing options

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a job in Springfield, Ohio. The position involves providing skilled therapeutic interventions for inpatient patients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to maximize functional outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Physical Therapy, an active Ohio license, and at least one year of acute care experience. A comprehensive benefits package is available from day one, including 401(k) matching and travel reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of acute care physical therapy experience is required.
• Experience with orthopedic postoperative and cardiac populations preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload of approximately 10–12 patients is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions for patients.
• Collaborate with patients and families to maximize outcomes.
• Document progress and modify treatment plans as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Inpatient acute care experience

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Assessment and documentation

Mobility equipment expertise

Education

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

Current Physical Therapist license in Ohio

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

SARA devices

Hoyer lifts

Job description

Overview

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Springfield, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions for inpatient acute care and step-down patients. Evaluate, plan, and implement physical therapy services per state practice laws and facility policies. Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to maximize functional outcomes and plan discharges. Perform standardized and non-standardized assessments, document progress, and modify treatment plans as indicated. Use appropriate modalities, transfer equipment, and assistive devices. Participate in clinical education, process improvement, and maintain professional competencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Current, active Physical Therapist license in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care physical therapy experience.
• Current BLS/CPR certification from AHA or ARC.
• Experience with inpatient populations including orthopedic postoperative joint replacement, rotator cuff repair, geriatric, mild neurological conditions, cardiac, and step-down care.
• Familiarity with transfer and mobility equipment such as SARA/steady devices and Hoyer lifts.
• Ability to manage a caseload typical for an eight-hour acute care day (approximately 10–12 patients).

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred.
• Specialty certifications preferred (e.g., OCS, SCS, NDT, Lymphedema, Women’s Health).
• Prior experience working in hospital or acute care settings.

Assignment Details

• Shift structure: Monday through Friday, eight-hour day shifts.
• No weekends, no on-call, no mandatory overtime.
• Pre-screening by ITO; manager interview and offer required.
• Position will not accept local candidates; travel assignment.
• Patient population includes orthopedic postoperative, cardiac, geriatric, mild neuro, and step-down unit patients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available starting day one.
• Medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing options may be available.
• Travel and license reimbursement available.

Location Highlights

Springfield sits within easy driving distance of Dayton and Columbus, offering a balance of small-city amenities and regional access. The city is approximately 35 miles west of Columbus and about 25 miles east of Dayton, providing access to urban dining, museums, and professional sports within a 45–60 minute drive. Outdoor recreation includes nearby Buck Creek State Park with boating and hiking trails within a 10–15 minute drive, and John Bryan State Park and Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve are within a 30–40 minute drive for hiking and river access. The area supports a suburban, family-friendly lifestyle with community events, local theaters, and historic districts accessible within the city and surrounding counties.

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. The employer is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.