Physical Therapist - Travel Contract
Apply NowLooking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join 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 Qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by APTA.
- Active New Jersey Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings preferred.
- Ability to manage a caseload typical to post-acute care and to document per facility and regulatory requirements preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
- Experience with gait training, transfers, therapeutic exercise, and restorative nursing programs preferred.
Assignment Details
- Shift Hours: 0800-1630.
- Work Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
- Guaranteed weekly hours: 35.
- Candidate may be required to float to other nearby facilities as needed.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package available starting day one.
- Medical benefits and 401k plan options.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Referral bonuses and travel and license reimbursement available.
- 100% paid housing options may be available.
Impacting Patient Care
Provide skilled physical therapy services in a skilled nursing facility. Manage treatment plans, progress documentation, and interdisciplinary communication to support patient mobility and functional independence. Maintain compliance with facility policies and state regulations.
Location Highlights
Fair Lawn offers convenient access to both urban and recreational amenities. The borough is approximately 12 miles from midtown Manhattan with commuter rail and bus connections, and within a 30- to 60-minute drive to the hiking trails of Ramapo Mountain State Forest and the Palisades Interstate Park. Residents enjoy nearby shopping and dining in downtown Fair Lawn and easy access to the Passaic River waterfront for outdoor activities. The area provides a suburban lifestyle with commuting options to New York City and regional parks for weekend recreation.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity 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.