Skilled Nursing Facility Physical Therapist
Munster, IN
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Munster, IN at a skilled nursing facility 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 Indiana Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Clinical experience treating geriatric patients and managing post-acute rehabilitation preferred.
• Ability to document in electronic medical record systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: 5 days per week.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

You will receive recruiter support and access to benefits designed for traveling clinicians. A recruiter will provide assignment-specific details and onboarding information.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions for post-acute and long-term care residents. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, perform functional assessments, and implement therapeutic programs that support patient mobility and independence.

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.

Location Highlights

Munster, IN offers easy access to both urban and outdoor activities. The town is within a 30-minute drive of downtown Chicago and its cultural attractions such as Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago, providing urban entertainment and transit options. Munster is adjacent to the Lake County parks system and about 10 miles from Indiana Dunes National Park on Lake Michigan shoreline, offering hiking, beaches, and waterfront recreation for an active lifestyle. The area features suburban neighborhoods, local dining along Calumet Avenue, and commuter rail access via nearby South Shore Line stations for regional travel.