Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist
Punxsutawney, PA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join our travel team as a Physical Therapist in Punxsutawney, PA, working in an outpatient clinic to help patients recover from injuries and manage orthopedic 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 Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license required prior to start of assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred. (Preferred)
• Productivity expectation: ability to meet approximately 60 visits per week and to manage schedules averaging 12–14 patients per day, including follow-up double-booking.
• Ability to work 36–40 hours per week; 36 hours guaranteed with expectation to work up to 40 hours.
• OT hours require prior approval by director.
• Candidates must not be PTAs; PTA candidates will not be accepted.
• First-time travelers and new graduates will be considered.
• Willingness to float to other nearby clinics as needed.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Type: Day shifts, primary rate type 8-hour day.
• Patient Population: Outpatient orthopedics.
• Float Requirement: Candidate may be required to float to other clinics in the region.
• Team Options: Option to join a local or neighboring clinic travel team.
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours guaranteed with expectation to work up to 40 hours; any overtime requires director approval.

Location Highlights

Punxsutawney offers a small-town, historic lifestyle with outdoor and cultural options within easy reach. The town is known for the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club and annual Groundhog Day festivities, and it is approximately 75 miles north of Pittsburgh providing regional airport and urban amenities within a 1.5–2 hour drive. Punxsutawney is within 30–60 minutes of state forests and recreational areas such as Cook Forest State Park and Laurel Highlands offering hiking, canoeing, and fall foliage viewing. The area is suited to clinicians seeking a quiet, small-town setting with access to outdoor adventure and occasional urban excursions by car.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Enjoy a competitive benefits package starting day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join our travel PT program and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Choose from direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contract options supported by career resources for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

We are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.