Travel Physical Therapist Job
Physical Therapist travel opportunity in Seattle, WA. You will provide comprehensive physical therapy services to adults in a skilled nursing facility setting. The assignment starts 06/01/2026 and runs for 13 weeks with a guaranteed 40 hours per week. Expect a 5x8 day shift. The weekly pay ranges from $2,504 to $2,662. This role emphasizes geriatric rehabilitation, patient-centered goals, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support functional independence in a busy SNF environment.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,504-$2,662 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days
- Start date: 06/01/2026
- Setting: skilled nursing facility
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial physical therapy evaluations and periodic reassessments to determine patient needs and progress.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with short- and long-term rehabilitation goals.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions, including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, mobility training, and neuromuscular reeducation.
- Apply appropriate modalities and manual techniques within scope of practice and facility policies; monitor patient response and adjust treatment accordingly.
- Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the facility electronic medical record; maintain clear communication with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, safety strategies, and strategies to promote independence and fall prevention.
Requirements
- Active Physical Therapy license in Washington state or eligibility to obtain licensure promptly.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (or equivalent) from an accredited program.
- Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience, preferably in geriatric or skilled nursing settings.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week in a 5x8 shift, in a skilled nursing environment.
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
- Willingness to travel for a 13-week assignment and start around 06/01/2026.
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours are provided for the assignment.
- Travel assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including access to a dedicated recruiter.
- Assignment onboarding and ongoing support to navigate facility processes.
- Credentialing assistance and resources to facilitate licensure and placement.
- Clear point of contact for questions and guidance throughout the assignment.
Find more opportunities
If this position isn’t a perfect fit, explore other physical therapy travel openings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view current openings and submit your application.
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.
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