Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Egg Harbor Twsp, NJ, working in an outpatient setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage orthopedic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. The position emphasizes comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment planning, and functional programs to support patients returning to community activities. You will provide patient and family education, supervise discipline-specific therapy services, complete timely and accurate documentation, and support student learning when assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program recognized by the APTA.
- Active New Jersey state PT license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience evaluating and treating orthopedic outpatient populations.
- Ability to perform 60-minute evaluations and treatment sessions.
- Demonstrated competency in documentation, goal writing, functional outcome assessment, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with regulatory and payer requirements.
- Adherence to state Practice Act, professional codes of conduct, and maintenance of licensure and continuing education requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous travel or outpatient clinic experience preferred.
- Experience supervising students or other therapy staff preferred.
- Comfortable providing occasional evening coverage until 7 PM preferred.
Assignment Details
- Schedule: 40 hours per week with flexibility and 1-2 evenings until 7 PM.
- Setting: Outpatient orthopedic focus.
- Typical treatment format: 60-minute evaluations and treatment sessions.
- May be required to follow clinic guidelines for appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.
Benefits
- Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available where applicable.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care
The role supports quality patient care through comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment planning, and interdisciplinary coordination. Clinicians are expected to follow the organization’s safety practices, including safe patient handling, infection control, and hazard reporting. Participation in performance improvement initiatives and adherence to clinical and documentation standards will contribute to better patient outcomes and operational quality.
Location Highlights
Egg Harbor Township provides a suburban coastal lifestyle with access to both outdoor recreation and local attractions. The township is within a short drive of Atlantic City boardwalk and beaches, and less than 30 minutes from Cape May and its state parks. The area offers boating and waterfront access along the Intracoastal Waterway and convenient commutes to nearby shopping districts, restaurants, and regional transit corridors.
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.
