What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Travel Contract position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
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
- Louisiana State License required
- 2 years of experience required
Assignment Details
- Shift hours: 08:30 - 17:00
- Schedule: 5x8-hour shifts
- Weekend requirement: 8 weekend shifts per assignment
- Setting: Inpatient Rehab
- Patient ratio: 1:14
- Emergency team assignment may be required during emergency events, with expectation to remain onsite until the event passes or serve as part of the relief team as assigned by the unit manager
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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
Lafayette offers access to Cajun culture and regional outdoor recreation. Downtown Lafayette and Vermilionville Historic Village provide live music, local dining, and cultural exhibits within a short drive of central neighborhoods. Lake Martin is about 20 miles away and offers birdwatching, paddling, and swamp tours in the Atchafalaya Basin region. The city also provides access to Acadiana Park and is about 60 miles from the Gulf Coast, supporting a mix of urban convenience and weekend waterfront trips.
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.