Travel Physical Therapist - Geriatric Rehab (13-Week)

Healthforce; Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruiter support

Travel assistance

Fast credentialing

Extension opportunities

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility in Cape May, NJ. The role runs 35 hours per week, with a shift from 08:00 to 16:30, five days a week, starting 11/02/2026. Weekly pay ranges from $2,078 to $2,183.

The position emphasizes geriatric rehabilitation and coordinated interdisciplinary care. Applicants must hold an active NJ PT license (or eligibility), have a DPT or equivalent, and prefer SNF/geriatric rehab experience.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in New Jersey (or eligibility)
• Graduate of an accredited PT program (DPT or equivalent)
• Experience in skilled nursing facility or geriatric rehab preferred
• Ability to work 35 hours per week in long-term care
• Strong communication and documentation skills with multi-disciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations and create individual treatment plans
• Deliver evidence-based PT interventions focused on mobility, strength, balance, and function
• Monitor progress, adjust plans, and document outcomes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team for discharge planning
• Educate residents and families on exercises, safety, and home programs
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and charting requirements

Skills

NJ licensure

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

DPT or equivalent

Accredited PT program

Job description

Healthforce is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in a skilled nursing facility in Cape May, NJ. The role runs 35 hours per week, with a shift from 08:00 to 16:30, five days a week, starting 11/02/2026. Weekly pay ranges from $2,078 to $2,183.

The position emphasizes geriatric rehabilitation and coordinated interdisciplinary care. Applicants must hold an active NJ PT license (or eligibility), have a DPT or equivalent, and prefer SNF/geriatric rehab experience.