Travel Physical Therapist Job

Piscataway, NJ
Contracted
Powerback - PERM - ACCELerate Piscataway - R11A94
Mid Level
Seize a transformative Travel Physical Therapist opportunity designed for clinicians who want to elevant rehabilitation across diverse settings. Based in Piscataway, New Jersey, this assignment invites you to leverage your expertise to design and implement engaging treatment plans that empower patients to regain function and independence. You’ll deliver high‑quality care across a spectrum of facilities, collaborating with physicians, therapists, and support teams to optimize outcomes. This role blends hands‑on clinical expertise with the curiosity to explore new environments, offering you the chance to make a lasting impact while enjoying the distinctive energy and beauty of New Jersey—from river towns and parkways to cultural hubs and coastal escapes. If you’re driven by clinical excellence, patient advocacy, and continuous growth, this is a chance to shape the future of rehabilitation while expanding your professional horizons.

Location Benefits: Piscataway sits at a crossroads of accessibility and opportunity, with convenient access to major medical centers, academic resources, and a broad network of outpatient clinics. Working in this New Jersey location affords you exposure to diverse patient populations, urban and suburban settings, and interdisciplinary collaboration that enhances your clinical perspective. For clinicians who crave variety, the assignment also presents the possibility to work in multiple locations across the United States, experiencing different facility cultures, care models, and patient needs. This breadth of exposure accelerates clinical learning, strengthens adaptability, and broadens your professional network, all while you enjoy the region’s rich communities, parks, cuisine, arts, and family-friendly recreational options. The role balances steady, guaranteed hours with the adventure of travel, supporting professional development alongside a meaningful work‑life rhythm.

Role Specifics and Benefits: Core responsibilities include comprehensive patient evaluations, development and implementation of individualized plans of care, and delivery of evidence‑based interventions such as therapeutic exercises, gait training, manual therapy, neuromuscular re‑education, balance retraining, pain modulation techniques, and functional mobility practice. You’ll monitor progress, adjust plans based on objective outcomes, document outcomes in the facility’s electronic health record, and communicate effectively with physicians and other care team members. You’ll educate patients and families on home programs to sustain improvements, promote safety, and maximize independence. As a traveling clinician, you’ll rotate through facilities provided by the company, ensuring continuity of care and adherence to best practices across settings. Professional growth is a central focus, with access to mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and potential pathways to role specialization within physical therapy. The benefits package includes a competitive weekly pay range of $1,827–$1,942, a sign‑on or completion bonus, housing assistance, and extension opportunities on successful assignments. In addition, you’ll receive comprehensive support, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel support team, streamlined onboarding and credentialing, and dedicated coordinators to help with logistics, schedule coordination, and facility transitions. You’ll work within a culture that emphasizes safety, compliance, teamwork, and patient‑centered care, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way and free to focus on clinical excellence.

Company Values: Our organization is built on empowering clinicians to advance their careers within a supportive, values‑driven environment. We invest in ongoing training, transparent feedback, and clear pathways for leadership and specialization within rehabilitation. You’ll join a team that prioritizes curiosity, collaboration, integrity, and compassionate patient outcomes, where your professional judgment is respected, your workload is managed thoughtfully, and your growth is celebrated. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where clinicians flourish, balancing autonomy with mentorship, recognizing achievements, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement that benefits patients and communities alike.

Call to Action: Are you ready to bring your Physical Therapist expertise to a role that respects your contribution and expands your clinical footprint? Apply today to begin a multi‑week assignment starting January 26, 2026 in Piscataway, NJ, with opportunities to travel to other respected facilities across the United States, competitive compensation, housing support, and a clear path for extension and growth. Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Fast credentialing
  • 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
  • Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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