Outpatient Physical Therapist
Tucson, AZ
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,179/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingOutpatient
Pay
Description
Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a travel Physical Therapist role in Tucson, AZ 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 accredited schools approved by the APTA.
- Active Arizona Physical Therapist state license required to start the assignment.
- BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in outpatient orthopedic or outpatient rehabilitation settings preferred.
- Comfort with 5x8 day shift model as indicated by client shift pattern.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Outpatient.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Shift Hours: AM 8 (5 days per week, 8-hour shifts).
- Assignment Length: 13 Week Assignment.
Location Highlights.
Experience Tucson's Sonoran Desert setting with close access to outdoor recreation and cultural destinations. Saguaro National Park lies within a 20–30 minute drive and offers scenic desert trails and iconic saguaro cactus landscapes, and Mount Lemmon is about a 45–60 minute drive providing hiking, rock climbing, and cooler mountain recreation. Visit the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, located approximately 15 minutes from central Tucson, to see desert flora and fauna exhibits and live raptor presentations, and explore the historic Fourth Avenue and Downtown Warehouse Arts District within a 5–15 minute commute for local dining, galleries, and music venues. Tucson offers a primarily suburban-to-urban lifestyle with easy access to regional transit via Sun Tran bus routes and a roughly 15–20 minute drive to Tucson International Airport for regional travel.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your responsiveness and commitment. Comprehensive benefits are available starting the first day of assignment.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support available by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility and growth while working in diverse outpatient settings. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career tools for therapy professionals.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies 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 of our 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 Tucson, AZ
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:- Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.
- Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- A car is recommended for getting around.
- Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.
- Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
- Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.
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