Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking 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. 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 Alabama Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Experience providing skilled therapy services to older adults, including fall risk assessment, transfers, and ADL training preferred.
• Ability to document using electronic medical records systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift pattern: M-F with 1 weekend rotation per month.
• Shift name: Other.
• Assignment length: 13 week assignment (client will consider 13 or 26 weeks).

Location Highlights

Jacksonville, AL offers access to regional outdoor recreation and convenient urban amenities. The city sits within driving distance of the Bankhead National Forest (about 60–75 minutes) and is approximately 1–1.5 hours from the Tennessee River and Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge for boating and birding. Downtown Jacksonville provides local dining options and small-business districts within a short commute. The area supports a suburban to semi-rural lifestyle with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and weekend trips to larger cities such as Huntsville, AL (about a 1 hour drive) for museums, professional sports, and expanded transit options.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include eligibility for medical coverage, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing options, and travel and license reimbursements. Specific benefit details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility and professional growth. Assignments provide experience across diverse settings and continuity of care while you explore new locations.

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. Diversity and inclusion are supported.