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 will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we will 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 Missouri Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation or acute inpatient rehab settings preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with neurological and stroke rehabilitation care preferred.
• Familiarity with adaptive equipment, patient lifts, and high-tech therapy devices preferred.
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, case managers, and nursing staff.

Assignment Details

• Primary Specialty: Physical Therapist.
• Facility Type: Hospital (inpatient rehabilitation hospital).
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0800-1630.
• Schedule may include work in dedicated rehab units such as stroke care and brain injury units.

Location Highlights

Chesterfield, MO offers suburban living with easy access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Chesterfield is approximately 25 miles west of downtown St. Louis and about 20 minutes from Forest Park, a major urban park that contains museums and a zoo. The Missouri River is within a short drive, and nearby Castlewood State Park and the Chesterfield Valley provide hiking, mountain biking, and riverfront trails within 10–20 minutes. The area supports a suburban lifestyle with family-friendly neighborhoods, shopping at Chesterfield Mall and Chesterfield Commons, and regional transit connections to St. Louis Lambert International Airport about 25 minutes away. The community fits clinicians seeking a quieter suburban base with convenient access to cultural attractions such as the St. Louis Science Center and Gateway Arch within a 30–40 minute commute.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. You will receive a comprehensive benefits package beginning your first day on assignment. Specific benefit details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT to gain flexibility, professional growth, and experience in a dedicated inpatient rehabilitation environment. We will support credentialing, licensing guidance, and a recruiter available by text, phone, or email.

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.