Travel Physical Therapist, Skilled Nursing Facility
Job Description
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Johnston, Rhode Island.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- 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 team in Johnston, RI, working in a skilled nursing facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
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Minimum Requirements
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- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
- Active Rhode Island Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience in skilled nursing facility or long-term care settings preferred.
- Experience with geriatric rehabilitation, transfers, gait training, and fall risk management preferred.
- Ability to document according to facility and state regulations and use electronic medical record systems preferred.
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Assignment Details
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- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Location Highlights
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Johnston, RI offers convenient access to both urban and coastal attractions. Providence is about a 15- to 20-minute drive, offering the Providence River, WaterFire events, and downtown dining and arts districts. Nearby Colt State Park and Goddard Memorial State Park are within a 20–30 minute drive and provide waterfront trails, picnic areas, and seasonal boating along Narragansett Bay, fitting an active outdoor lifestyle. Commuting to Newport is approximately 40–50 minutes and provides historic mansions, coastal cliff walks, and sailing opportunities. Public transit connections to the Greater Providence area include RIPTA bus routes, providing access to regional rail and interstate highways for weekend travel to Boston, roughly 1 hour away, supporting both urban and suburban living preferences.
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Benefits Designed for Travelers
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We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting the first day, including medical benefits, 401k matching plans, and travel and license reimbursement.
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- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
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Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
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Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by tools for therapy professionals.
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EEO Statement
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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.
Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #439499. 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 Partners
Delivering 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.