Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a travel Physical Therapist assignment in Chatham, MA at an outpatient rehabilitation center where you will help adult and pediatric patients recover from injury and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life on Cape Cod. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Massachusetts Physical Therapy license required prior to start.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• Experience evaluating and treating adult and pediatric outpatient populations, including establishment of objective measurable treatment goals and documented treatment plans.
• Demonstrated ability to perform diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests and to modify treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Experience providing patient/family education and communicating with interdisciplinary teams regarding progress and discharge planning.
• Ability to provide guidance to PT Assistants, aides, and students and to participate in department quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Ability to maintain documentation of patient activity, charges, and objective clinical records.
• Preferred: Specialist certification and prior experience serving as a clinical resource in a focused specialty area. This is preferred, not required.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Outpatient rehabilitation center.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 07:00–16:00 (5x8).
• Standard hours per week: 40.
• Assignment duration: 13 weeks.
• Patient population: Adult and pediatric outpatient caseload.

Location Highlights.

Chatham, MA offers coastal living on Cape Cod with access to beaches and maritime landmarks. Chatham is adjacent to the Cape Cod National Seashore and is about a 30–40 minute drive from Nickerson State Park, offering hiking and freshwater ponds. The town features the Chatham Lighthouse and Chatham Fish Pier within short drives of local downtown shops and restaurants, supporting a coastal, small-town lifestyle. Regional transit options include proximity to Route 6 for drives to Provincetown (about 1.5–2 hours) and seasonal ferry connections to nearby islands, enabling weekend island trips and outdoor recreation. The area supports boating, fishing, and beach activities and has a quieter, coastal pace ideal for clinicians seeking work-life balance.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.