Travel Physical Therapist
Yuma, AZ
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,896/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist 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 Arizona PT license or ability to obtain an Arizona license prior to the assignment start.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in an acute care hospital or inpatient rehabilitation setting preferred.
- Experience treating adult medical-surgical and neurological populations preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Hospital.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Shift Details: AM 8, 5x8 schedule.
- Assignment Length: 13 week assignment.
Location Highlights
Yuma, AZ offers a desert climate with abundant outdoor recreation and regional history. Yuma is adjacent to the Colorado River and within 30 miles of the Imperial Sand Dunes recreational area, offering boating and off-road vehicle access. The city is about 60 miles west of Phoenix and 10 miles from the Arizona-California border, providing easy access to Interstate 8 and regional transit routes. Yuma hosts the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park and the Colorado River State Historic Park, both notable local landmarks within the city. The area supports an active outdoor lifestyle with nearby winter-warmth for seasonal visitors, riverfront recreation, and access to agricultural tourism in the Yuma Valley.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and professionalism. Benefits are available starting your first day.
- 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.
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 is valued and an inclusive environment is maintained for all associates.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Yuma, AZ
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Yuma, AZ here's what you should know:- Yuma's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 107°F, average lows: 74°F.
- Winter average highs: 69°F, average lows: 46°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Yuma, especially during the off-peak season.
- There are options for furnished apartments and houses.
- Yuma is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
- Yuma has a diverse population with a mix of cultures.
- The age range is varied, with a significant senior population.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- Yuma has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Yuma offers a variety of activities, including a wide range of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, art galleries, and shops in the historic downtown area.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as visiting parks, river beach, and fishing docks, as well as participating in festivals throughout the year.
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