Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners • Contract • Sun City, AZ, United States, AZ, United States • 1d ago

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Sun City, AZ at an outpatient clinic where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, documenting care, supervising discipline-specific therapy services, participating in student education, and supporting performance improvement and safety initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
Active Arizona state physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
Experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred.
Ability to complete comprehensive evaluations, create treatment plans, and document in compliance with clinic and regulatory standards.
Adherence to state Practice Act and maintenance of professional licensure and required continuing education.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supervising or delegating discipline-specific therapy services.
Experience participating in student education and clinical mentorship.
Familiarity with functional outcome measurement, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry processes.

Assignment Details

Schedule: 5x8.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We provide a benefits package for travelers starting with the first day of assignment. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401k matching plan, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonus opportunities, housing options, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality outpatient orthopedic care focused on functional return to community activities. Uphold professional standards and organizational code of conduct. Participate in safety initiatives including safe patient handling, materials handling, infection control, and prevention of slips, trips, and falls. Engage in performance improvement activities and professional development to support patient outcomes and clinic objectives.

Location Highlights

Sun City, AZ offers an active suburban lifestyle near Phoenix and regional attractions. The community is approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix and within a 30–60 minute drive to Papago Park and South Mountain Park for hiking and outdoor recreation. Sun City is close to Lake Pleasant Regional Park for boating and fishing and provides easy access to cultural attractions in central Phoenix such as the Heard Museum and Desert Botanical Garden. The area supports a quiet, suburban lifestyle with golf courses, community centers, and regular transit connections to the metro area.

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.