Travel Physical Therapist — Impact Lives in NC

Fusion Medical Staffing, LLC; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay for travel pros

Medical, dental, and vision insurance,

PTO after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure & CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing-Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Jacksonville, NC. The position offers 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, ASAP start, and opportunities to impact patient mobility and quality of life within a supportive clinical team.

You will work in settings such as hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers, providing evidence-based treatment plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care.

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical conditions using standardized tests, clinical examinations, and patient history to identify functional limitations and treatment need.
• Develop personalized rehabilitation programs based on assessment findings and patient goals.
• Implement physical therapy treatment plans using various techniques to improve patient mobility and reduce pain.
• Operate specialized physical therapy equipment and modalities safely and effectively, ensuring proper maintenance and calibration of devices.
• Assess patient progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and accurately document evaluations, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and optimize treatment outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and self‑management techniques to promote long‑term functional recovery.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards while addressing patients’ comfort needs during therapy sessions.
• Engage in quality assurance initiatives and professional development activities to remain current with best practices in physical therapy.
• Collaborate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and continued patient progress in community or home‑based settings.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice

Skills

Critical thinking

English proficiency

PC skills

Physical ability

Interpersonal skills

Manual dexterity

Mental resilience

Vision

Education

Physical Therapy license

BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (preferred)

Tools

PT equipment operation

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing-Therapy is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Jacksonville, NC. The position offers 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, ASAP start, and opportunities to impact patient mobility and quality of life within a supportive clinical team.

You will work in settings such as hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers, providing evidence-based treatment plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care.