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Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Physical Therapist - $2,006 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners, Bessemer, AL, United States


Job Overview
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bessemer, Alabama.

Responsibilities
Helping patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Assignment Details

Specialty:

Physical Therapist

Discipline:

Therapy

Duration:

13 weeks

Hours per week:

40

Shift:

8 hours

Employment Type:

Travel

Primary Specialty:

Physical Therapist

Facility Type:

Skilled Nursing Facility

Location:

Bessemer, AL

Floating Requirement:

Must be willing to float to other nearby facilities as needed; client requires float to Diversicare of Riverchase.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.

Active Alabama state license or eligibility to obtain Alabama licensure prior to the assignment start.

BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.

Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long‑term care setting preferred.

Experience with common skilled nursing equipment and procedures preferred, including gait training, transfers, fall risk assessment, and therapeutic modalities.

Willingness to float to other nearby facilities when requested.

Benefits

Weekly, on-time pay.

Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.

24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.

Competitive referral bonuses.

100% paid housing available.

Travel and license reimbursement.

Location Highlights
Bessemer offers convenient access to outdoor and urban attractions within short drives. Red Mountain Park is about 20 miles northeast and provides hiking trails and zipline courses, while Oak Mountain State Park is approximately 25 miles southeast and offers fishing, mountain biking, and a large campground. The city is a 20 to 30 minute drive to downtown Birmingham, providing access to the Birmingham Museum of Art, Railroad Park, and a variety of dining and entertainment districts. Commuter access is available via I‑59/I‑20 corridors, making suburban living with nearby urban amenities practical for travelers seeking a quiet residential base with occasional city access.

EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity 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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Job ID
Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442608. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

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