Travel Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing - $2,821 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Skilled Nursing facility, requiring 3+ years of experience and skilled nursing background.

Details

• Skilled Nursing Facility setting
• Day shift schedule
• 13-week assignment
• Provides physical therapy services to maximize residents' functional abilities and independence in activities of daily living
• Documents evaluative and therapeutic interactions in the Electronic Medical Record

Requirements

• Active PT license in applicable state of work required (License required if applicable)
• Minimum 3 years of experience required
• Skilled nursing facility experience required
• BLS certification required
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or Doctorate preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with a 2-person lift required above 50 pounds
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand written instructions in English

Additional Information

• Evaluates residents per department protocols and establishes therapeutic plans of care including functional goals, frequency, and duration of services
• Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team on plan of care and discharge needs, attending pertinent team meetings
• Monitors and modifies treatment plans based on resident progress toward functional goals
• Recommends and educates residents on appropriate assistive devices
• Refers and collaborates with Physical Therapist Assistants to ensure quality resident care
• May supervise assistant-level staff in accordance with state mandates and professional standards
• Provides mentorship to new staff during orientation
• Maintains department cleanliness and follows infection control procedures
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills required
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team

American Traveler Job ID #P-739722. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility

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