Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,125 to $2,325 per week in Lakewood, NJ

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Lakewood, NJ at a skilled nursing facility 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 New Jersey Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings preferred.
• Client requires clinicians able to work 5x8 schedule and provide skilled PT services consistent with SNF standards.
• Documentation competency with electronic medical records preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 08:30–16:30.
• Schedule: 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts.
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks.

Location Highlights

Lakewood, NJ offers convenient access to coastal and urban amenities within short drives. The town is about 20 miles from the Jersey Shore beaches and barrier island communities, and roughly 60 miles south of New York City providing commuter rail and highway access. Pine Barrens and nearby Wharton State Forest are within a 30–50 minute drive for outdoor recreation and kayaking, while downtown Lakewood and local shopping districts provide suburban conveniences and diverse dining within minutes of most residential areas.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Choose from travel, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire opportunities while maintaining clinical continuity across varied care settings.

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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.