Physical Therapist
Columbus, IN
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Columbus, IN outpatient setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. This role requires clinical autonomy in evaluation, treatment planning, documentation, and patient/family education. You will collaborate with clinic staff, participate in student mentoring when appropriate, and uphold professional and organizational standards of safety and conduct.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Indiana Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• No new graduates. Must have clinical experience in outpatient physical therapy.
• Experience with comprehensive evaluations, development of functional treatment plans, goal writing, and timely medical record documentation.
• Ability to work within physician orders and insurance approvals and to complete letters of medical necessity and charge entry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising or mentoring students in a clinical setting.
• Familiarity with performance improvement initiatives and competency programs in outpatient clinics.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to impacting others. The traveler benefits package includes options for medical coverage, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing availability, and travel and license reimbursement. Details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

This outpatient physical therapy role emphasizes patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, materials handling, infection control, and workplace hazard awareness. You will complete evaluations and deliver individualized, functional treatment plans aimed at returning patients to community activities. The position requires adherence to state practice acts, maintenance of licensure, and engagement in professional development.

Location Highlights

Columbus, IN offers notable cultural landmarks and accessible outdoor recreation. The city is home to internationally recognized modern architecture by designers such as I.M. Pei and Eero Saarinen, and it is approximately 40 miles southeast of Indianapolis providing regional transit and airport access. Enjoy nearby parks and trails including Mill Race Park with its riverfront features and the 50-acre Atterbury Fish and Wildlife Area within a short drive for outdoor activities and birdwatching.

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.