Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Murray, KY working in an outpatient clinic where you will evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and support patients returning to community activities. This role requires clinical reasoning, timely documentation, and adherence to physician orders and regulatory guidelines. You will participate in student learning as assigned and pursue professional development to meet performance objectives.

Please review the minimum qualifications below before applying.

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Kentucky Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• No new graduates.
• Must have outpatient experience as a licensed clinician.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Demonstrated ability to complete comprehensive evaluations, develop treatment plans, document to payer and clinic standards, and write functional goals and letters of medical necessity.
• Maintain professional licensure and complete state-mandated continuing education as required by the Kentucky Practice Act.

• Experience working in outpatient clinic settings with evidence of proficiency in functional treatment programs and safe patient handling.
• Prior experience supervising or mentoring students.
• Familiarity with performance improvement initiatives and electronic medical record documentation for outpatient therapy.

Shift pattern: 5x8.

• medical plans
• 401(k) matching
• paid housing options
• travel and license reimbursement
• referral bonuses
• a dedicated recruiter available 24/7

Provide patient-centered outpatient physical therapy focused on safe, functional outcomes. Uphold organizational safety practices including safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace hazard reporting. Maintain timely and accurate documentation to support quality care and regulatory compliance.

Murray, KY offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. Kentucky Lake is within a short drive offering boating and fishing opportunities and Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is about 30 minutes away with hiking and wildlife viewing. The city provides a small-town lifestyle with local dining and community events and is approximately a 1.5 to 2 hour drive to Paducah for additional cultural and shopping options.

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.