Physical Therapist - Acute Care & Skilled Nursing
Hillsdale, MI
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Hillsdale, MI at a hospital setting where you’ll 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 Michigan Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in hospital settings preferred, including acute care and skilled nursing unit (SNU) exposure.
• Comfort and ability to float between inpatient hospital duties and outpatient coverage as needed mid-assignment.
• Familiarity with Net Health and Agile EMR systems is beneficial; training for facility EMRs will be provided.
• Ability to manage a variable daily patient load equivalent to approximately 330–420 minutes of treatment per day.
• Ability to meet a guaranteed work week of 35 hours, with 40 hours expected.
• IP (inpatient) experience preferred but not mandatory.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital (acute care and skilled nursing unit).
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Days and Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Float Requirement: Candidate will cover hospital duties and, around mid-assignment, may float to outpatient as needed.
• Average Daily Census: Facility includes 47 acute care beds and 39 skilled nursing beds; daily treatment minutes vary.

Location Highlights

Hillsdale, Michigan provides access to regional parks, cultural sites, and a small-town lifestyle. Historic Hillsdale County Courthouse and Hillsdale College are within the city center, and Chain O’Lakes State Park is approximately 30–35 miles away for boating and hiking. The community is within a 1.5- to 2-hour drive to the Lake Michigan shoreline and urban amenities in Kalamazoo, offering a blend of quiet suburban living and options for day trips to larger cities. Local features include community theaters, annual festivals, and multiple public parks, supporting an active outdoor and cultural lifestyle with short commutes to nearby recreational areas.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and service. Benefits include a comprehensive package beginning on your first day, weekly pay cadence, full medical benefits, 401k matching plan, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement.

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. We celebrate diversity and commit to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and staff.