Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedic - $2,515 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in La Mesa, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from accredited schools approved by the APTA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• Current license for state where practicing
• BS or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Assignment Details

• Schedule follows Monday through Friday.
• Setting includes outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic environment.
• Works in conjunction with a team of therapists.
• Evaluates and treats patients with various musculoskeletal injuries.
• Communicates treatment plans and evaluations effectively to medical teams.
• Reports patient progress to in-house doctors and specialty doctors such as orthopedic surgeons and hand surgeons.
• Provides assistance to center colleagues in identifying issues.

Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

La Mesa offers convenient access to both urban amenities and outdoor recreation in East San Diego County. Mount Helix Park is about 10 minutes away and provides panoramic views, while Mission Trails Regional Park is roughly 20 minutes away with more than 60 miles of trails. Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park are typically within a 20 to 25 minute drive, and the San Diego Trolley’s Orange Line serves La Mesa Village for regional transit access. The Pacific coastline, including Mission Beach and Coronado Beach, is generally reachable in about 25 to 35 minutes, and the area supports a suburban lifestyle with access to dining, shopping, and community events in the village district.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #465696. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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