Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Michigan Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment. LARA and/or Nursys must reflect an active MI PT license.
• Active American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Required experience: prior Physical Therapist clinical experience. Pediatric experience is required.
• Highly preferred: Acute care experience.
• Profile documentation required at time of submission: current work history, skills checklist pertinent to PT (within 1 year), and two supervisory reference forms completed within the last two years.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Multiple Settings (outpatient rehabilitation focus).
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Hours: 7:30 AM–6:00 PM; schedule can be 8 to 10 hour days.
• Schedule Pattern: 4x10 is indicated.
• Weekend Requirement: One Sunday per month.
• Delegation: Position delegates to PT Assistants and aides as appropriate.
• Documentation: Must submit assessments, plans of care, and co-sign PTA verbal orders when necessary.

Location Highlights

Alpena, MI offers outdoor recreation and small-city amenities within reasonable drives to regional parks. Alpena is on the Lake Huron shoreline, providing access to waterfront activities at Thunder Bay and the Thunder Bay River within the city. The area sits approximately 60 miles from Mackinaw City and about 75 miles from the Mackinac Bridge, enabling weekend ferry access to Mackinac Island and island attractions. Nearby state and national outdoor options include Alpena County Regional Airport for regional travel and easy access to Rockport State Recreation Area, less than 5 miles from downtown, offering trails, bluffs, and Great Lakes shoreline. The community supports an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with local museums such as the Besser Museum, multiple marinas, and a compact downtown with dining and cultural events, suited for clinicians seeking a quieter, lakeside assignment with opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking within short drives.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits and support begin on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Housing options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel opportunities while maintaining continuity of care across diverse clinical settings.

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.