Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Company: Jackson Therapy Partners
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Virginia Beach, VA, providing home health services where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter 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 Virginia Physical Therapy license required to start assignment. Current BLS/CPR certification from AHA or ARC required. Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle for travel within the service area. Experience providing home health physical therapy or equivalent clinical experience in outpatient, skilled nursing, or community settings preferred. Ability to complete evaluations, develop plans of care, and document per CMS and agency standards within required timeframes. Willingness to participate in weekend rotation and be available on observed holidays as needed. May require supervision of PTAs and home health aides as permitted by state regulation and agency policy. Assignment Details Facility type: Home Health. Status: Full time travel position. Schedule requirements: Requires schedule flexibility, including participation in a weekend rotation and potential availability on observed holidays. Clinical duties: Evaluate functional status, develop and implement PT plan of care, provide skilled interventions, complete progress notes per agency policy, and prepare discharge summaries at least every 60 days. Coverage: Visits may occur across the agency service area and to nearby agency locations as needed; candidate must be able to travel within the service area. Location Highlights Virginia Beach offers coastal and urban lifestyle options within easy reach of regional attractions. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Boardwalk are located in the city and provide waterfront recreation and dining within a short drive of residential neighborhoods. First Landing State Park is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from central Virginia Beach and offers miles of trails, Chesapeake Bay shoreline, and historic sites for outdoor activities. The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is in the area and features exhibits, boat tours, and education programs about the coastal ecosystem. Commuting to Norfolk or Chesapeake is feasible, with I-264 and I-64 providing direct highway access and regional transit options for urban amenities, museums, and performing arts venues. The locale fits an active, coastal lifestyle with beaches, state parks, boating opportunities on the Chesapeake Bay, and a mix of suburban and urban conveniences. Benefits Designed for Travelers Comprehensive benefits and support begin on assignment. Recruiter support is available 24/7. Full medical benefits and 401(k) options. Recruiter support via phone, text, and email. Referral bonus opportunities. Housing options and travel/license reimbursement available. Impacting Patient Care Nationwide Join as a travel PT to provide patient-centered home health care while experiencing a new region. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants to discuss next steps. EEO Statement 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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians.

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