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'll 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 Georgia Physical Therapist license required prior to start of assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant outpatient physical therapy experience preferred. Client will not accept first-time travelers.
• Experience treating general orthopedics, debility, stroke/CVA, neurological disorders, multi-trauma, and fractures preferred.
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred.
• Ability to work in a hospital-affiliated outpatient clinic and follow departmental scheduling of 30- and 60-minute visits.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic, hospital-affiliated rehabilitation services.
• Duration: 13-week assignment.
• Standard Hours Per Week: 40 hours.
• Typical Schedule: 5x8 or 4x10 shifts; clinic will determine consistent day off for assignment.
• Patient Volume: Average 10–15 patients per day; 30-minute treatment slots with 60-minute complex evaluations.
• Orientation: New employee orientation and 5-day departmental orientation provided.
• Floating: None required.
• Weekend rotation: None. On-call: None. Holiday expectations: None.
• Uniform: Polos provided; facility prefers slacks and clean shoes. Parking: Free.

Location Highlights

Located in Cedartown, GA, within Polk County and near Rome, GA. Cedartown is approximately 20 miles southwest of Rome and about 60 miles northwest of Atlanta, providing suburban living with regional access to urban amenities. Explore historic downtown Cedartown with preserved late-19th and early-20th century architecture and local shops within a short drive of the clinic. Enjoy outdoor recreation at nearby banks of the Oostanaula River and within 40 miles of the Chattahoochee National Forest for hiking, mountain biking, and waterfalls. Commute options include easy access to U.S. Route 27 and Interstate 75 approximately 20–30 minutes away, supporting regional travel and weekend trips to Atlanta or Chattanooga. The area fits a quiet suburban lifestyle with opportunities for outdoor adventure and day trips to state parks and cultural sites.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay.
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
• Competitive Referral Bonuses.
• 100% Paid Housing Available.
• Travel & License Reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

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.