Acute Care Physical Therapist
Griffin, GA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist team placement in Griffin, GA, at a hospital setting 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 Georgia state Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required from AHA or ARC prior to start.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist in an acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or hospital setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competence with patient assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and use of durable medical equipment in an acute care environment.
• Experience working with post-surgical and medically complex patients preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with physicians, nursing staff, patients, and families.
• Ability to function independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, prioritize tasks, and manage a variable caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to comply with hospital policies, Joint Commission standards, and to participate in mandatory education.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0700-1900.
• Schedule Pattern: 3x12.
• May be required to assist in other departments as needed and to participate in call rotation when necessary.

Location Highlights

Griffin, GA offers a mix of small-city amenities and regional access to urban centers. Downtown Griffin features the Historic Downtown Square and the Griffin-Spalding County Museum within a short drive from local hospitals, and Atlanta is approximately 40 miles north for regional cultural attractions and international airport access. The area is within 30–60 minutes of Lake Spivey and the Flint River, offering boating, fishing, and riverside trails for an active, suburban lifestyle. Local parks such as Griffin City Park provide walking trails, sports fields, and community events, making the location suitable for clinicians seeking a quiet suburban base with convenient access to larger-city resources.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. Travel benefits include comprehensive medical options, 24/7 recruiter support, housing assistance options, travel and license reimbursement, and opportunities for referral bonuses. Specific benefit details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist to gain clinical variety, professional development, and regional experience while supporting patient recovery in hospital settings. A recruiter will contact qualified applicants to discuss next steps and assignment specifics. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

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. Diversity and inclusion are priorities.