What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Physical Therapist, Outpatient Orthopedics - $1,684 per week position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sumter, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 05/04/2026
- 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 a traveling Physical Therapist role in Sumter, SC 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 connect with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
- Active South Carolina physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Outpatient orthopedics experience preferred. (Preferred)
- Ability to meet productivity expectation of approximately 60 visits per week and to see 12–14 patients per day; double-booking of follow-up visits expected.
- Must be able to work up to 36–40 hours per week; 36 hours guaranteed.
- Must be willing to float to other clinics within the clinic network as required.
- OT (overtime) must be approved by director before any OT hours are worked.
- Open to first-time travelers and new graduates. PTA applicants will not be accepted.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Float Requirement: Candidate must be willing to float to other clinics within the network.
- Patient Population: Outpatient orthopedics.
- Schedule Expectations: 36 hours guaranteed with expectation to work up to 40 hours; productivity expectation is 60 visits per week.
Location Highlights
Sumter, SC offers a mix of small-city amenities and outdoor access. The city is home to Swan Lake-Iris Gardens and Palmetto Park, located within a few minutes’ drive of downtown and offering public gardens and walking trails. Sumter is approximately 45 minutes from Columbia, SC, providing shopping and cultural venues, and about 90 minutes from Myrtle Beach, offering Atlantic coastal beaches and waterfront recreation. Local features include the Sumter Opera House and the Palmetto Trail access nearby, supporting an active, suburban lifestyle with opportunities for urban outings within an hour.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits include a comprehensive package starting your first day. Details will be provided by your recruiter.
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. The employer is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #441085. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Jackson Therapy PartnersDelivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
Salary : $1,684