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Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners · Branford, CT · 3 days ago
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About the role

Join as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Responsibilities

  • Help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions.
  • Experience providing care in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment.
  • Experience with common SNF documentation systems and standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Active Connecticut Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
  • Professional skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience required.
  • Experience with common SNF documentation systems and standards preferred.

Qualifications

  • Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Active Connecticut Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
  • Professional skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience required.
  • Experience providing care in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment preferred.
  • Experience with common SNF documentation systems and standards preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical and retirement options.
  • 24/7 recruiter support.
  • Referral opportunities.
  • Housing options.
  • Travel and license reimbursement.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 08:30–16:30. Meal Break: 30 minutes.

Location Highlights

  • Branford, CT offers coastal access and outdoor recreation within short drives.
  • The town sits on Long Island Sound and is adjacent to the Thimble Islands, with boat tours available and shoreline parks for walking and fishing.
  • Guilford and New Haven are within a 15–20 minute drive, offering cultural attractions such as Yale University museums and varied dining options.
  • Sleeping Giant State Park is about a 20–25 minute drive and provides hiking trails and panoramic views.
  • The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban coastal lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation.

Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
  • Shift Name: Days.
  • Shift Details: Monday through Friday, 08:30–16:30.
  • Meal Break: 30 minutes.
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks.
  • Candidate may be required to float to other facility locations as needed.

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.

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