Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Job Summary

Join a traveling Physical Therapist opportunity in Slaughter, LA, at a skilled nursing facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

About the Role

Applicants must be able to practice within scope of licensure and facility staffing model. The position involves helping patients in a skilled nursing facility setting, including geriatric populations and common SNF diagnoses such as post-operative care, stroke, and chronic disease management.

Responsibilities

• Help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions.
• Treat geriatric populations and common SNF diagnoses such as post-operative care, stroke, and chronic disease management.
• Work in a skilled nursing facility setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Louisiana Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute settings preferred.
• Experience treating geriatric populations and common SNF diagnoses such as post-operative care, stroke, and chronic disease management preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• An active Louisiana Physical Therapy license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute settings is preferred.
• Experience treating geriatric populations and common SNF diagnoses such as post-operative care, stroke, and chronic disease management is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a skilled nursing facility setting.
• Experience with geriatric populations and common SNF diagnoses such as post-operative care, stroke, and chronic disease management.

Benefits

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

Pay

Competitive compensation package is offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

5 days per week, Days schedule.

Location Highlights

Slaughter, LA offers access to outdoor recreation and nearby regional attractions. The town is within driving distance of Baton Rouge, approximately 20 to 30 minutes depending on route, providing urban dining, arts at the Shaw Center for the Arts, and medical amenities. Commuting south or east reaches Lake Pontchartrain waterfront areas and multiple state parks within an hour, offering fishing, boating, and hiking opportunities. The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban to semi-rural lifestyle with convenient access to a major metro center and regional outdoor destinations.

Impact

Join as a travel PT to gain flexibility and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts.

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.