Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist travel assignment in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. Start date 06/22/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,458–$2,511 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 08:00–16:30, five days per week. Work setting is a long-term care environment (nursing home). This is a travel - temporary assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,458–$2,511 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 06/22/2026
- Work setting: long-term care environment (nursing home)

Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop comprehensive physical therapy plans of care to address mobility, strength, balance, and functional goals.
- Implement PT interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and transfer training, range of motion, and functional activity training.
- Monitor progress, document evaluations and treatments, and adjust plans of care to meet goals and optimize outcomes.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy colleagues, and other professionals) to coordinate care and discharge planning.
- Ensure patient safety, infection control, and adherence to regulatory and facility policies during therapy sessions.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, progress notes, and outcomes in the required systems.

Requirements
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
- Active Physical Therapist license in New Jersey or eligibility for licensure.
- Ability to work in a long-term care setting and care for geriatric populations.
- Strong communication and documentation skills; capable of teamwork within an interdisciplinary model.
- Prior physical therapy experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric rehabilitation setting is preferred.
- Ability to meet credentialing and regulatory requirements for travel assignments.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Onboarding and credentialing assistance
- 24/7 support from travel staffing team
- Competitive weekly pay with guaranteed hours
- Scheduling flexibility within the assigned shift
- Housing resources and relocation guidance available (where applicable)

Find more opportunities
If you are exploring other openings, apply for additional Physical Therapist travel opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.