Outpatient Physical Therapist
Washington, DC
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Washington, DC at an outpatient clinic 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 District of Columbia PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to start.
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient orthopedics experience required. Strong new graduate candidates will be considered.
• Experience with 45-minute evaluations and 45-minute treatment sessions, including documentation, goal writing, and letters of medical necessity.
• Ability to complete clear, concise, accurate, and timely medical record documentation and charge entry per clinic policies and payer requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to design functional treatment programs for return to community activities and to provide patient, family, and student education.
• Maintain professional licensure in good standing and meet state-mandated continuing education requirements.
• Ability to work within physician orders and insurance authorizations and to participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Duration: 13 week assignment.
• Shift: 5x8 schedule.
• Schedule pattern: Monday and Wednesday 10:30 AM–7:00 PM; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
• Patient mix: Outpatient orthopedic caseload.
• May be expected to provide delegation and direction for discipline-specific services and to participate in student supervision when assigned.

Location Highlights

Washington, DC offers a blend of cultural landmarks and accessible green space suitable for an urban lifestyle. The National Mall and Smithsonian museums are within a short commute and provide numerous free cultural attractions. Rock Creek Park is about 6 miles from downtown and offers hiking and biking trails for outdoor recreation. The Wharf on the Potomac River provides waterfront dining and transit access via Metro and water taxis within 10–20 minutes from central neighborhoods. Georgetown offers historic architecture and waterfront walks approximately 2–4 miles from the Mall, supporting a walkable, urban lifestyle with recreational and dining options.

Additional Information

Thank you for your time and responsiveness. You will be contacted by a recruiter to confirm licensure, certifications, and start logistics. All applicants must comply with clinic policies and professional codes of conduct.