Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,599 to $2,799 per week in Shelby, NC

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. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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 North Carolina state PT license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Pediatric physical therapy experience preferred. Experience treating developmental delay, pediatric orthopedic conditions, and assessing/evaluating equipment needs preferred.
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred.
• Masters or DPT degree accepted for PT credentialing.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital-based outpatient clinic.
• Setting: Outpatient pediatric physical therapy; patient types include pediatric orthopedics and developmental delay. Equipment assessment for pediatrics required.
• Shift Schedule: (4) 9-hour shifts Monday through Thursday and 4 hours Friday.
• Orientation: Department onboarding typically 4–5 days.
• Floating: May be required to float between local campuses within the health system.
• Weekend/Holiday Expectations: No routine weekend rotation for outpatient. Holiday staffing applies as required by facility policy.
• Unit Culture and Logistics: Collaborative department. Scrub color: light gray. Parking: free.

Location Highlights

Discover Shelby, NC and the surrounding region for outdoor recreation and community events. Shelby is near South Mountains State Park, approximately 30 minutes drive, offering hiking trails and waterfalls for an adventurous lifestyle. The city sits within an hour of Charlotte, providing urban dining and cultural venues while maintaining a quieter, small-city pace. Local options include the Don Gibson Theatre and nearby Kings Mountain National Military Park, under 20 miles away, offering historic interpretation and outdoor walking trails. Cleveland County hosts seasonal festivals and community markets within short drives, supporting a suburban lifestyle with regional access to lakes and rivers for boating and fishing. Transit options include regional highways with commutes under 60 minutes to major employment and entertainment centers, fitting clinicians seeking a mix of suburban and easy-access urban amenities.

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.
• Full medical benefits and 401k 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 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.

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.