Travel Contract

Outpatient Physical Therapist
St. Joseph, MO
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

$2,016/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Outpatient

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,016/week

Description

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join our team as a traveling Physical Therapist in St. Joseph, MO where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new outpatient clinic setting. 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 Missouri Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to start.
  • Outpatient physical therapy experience required. Client prefers clinicians with prior outpatient caseload management, evaluation and documentation experience.
  • Experience completing comprehensive evaluations, developing treatment plans, goal writing, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in accordance with payer and clinic requirements.
  • No new graduates. Minimum prior clinical experience preferred.
  • Ability to participate in student supervision and provide a positive learning environment when assigned.
  • Maintain professional licensure, complete state-mandated continuing education, and adhere to state Practice Act and facility policies.


Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
  • Shift Pattern: 5x8 schedule.
  • Assignment Duration: 13 Week assignment.
  • Start: ASAP.
  • Positions Available: 1 position.


Location Highlights


St. Joseph, MO offers riverfront access and regional parks within easy drives. The city sits on the Missouri River with Missouri Riverfront Park and Krug Park less than 10 minutes from central downtown, providing waterfront trails and historic monuments. St. Joseph is 60 miles north of Kansas City and about a 1.5-hour drive to the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve area, supporting an adventurous lifestyle with nearby state parks, biking routes and scenic drives. The downtown Historic District features the Pony Express Museum and museums within walking distance of local dining and entertainment, fitting an urban-suburban lifestyle with cultural attractions and short commutes to major transit corridors.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include recruiter support and options designed for traveling clinicians.


  • 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
  • Travel and license reimbursement options.
  • Paid housing availability may be offered.
  • Referral bonus opportunities.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist to gain flexibility and clinical variety while working in outpatient settings. Opportunities exist for professional development, mentorship of students, and participation in performance improvement initiatives. A recruiter will contact you with additional assignment details after application.


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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #443704. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Jackson Therapy Partners

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About

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.

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About Saint Joseph, MO

As a Travel Physical Therapist in Saint Joseph, MO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
  • Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse community with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
  • Saint Joseph has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Variety of restaurants, local art scene, live music venues, sports events, and outdoor activities near the Missouri River.
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