Travel Physical Therapist Skilled Nursing Facility Job

Healthforce•Seaford, DE

9d•$2,423 - $2,538•Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel assignment for a Physical Therapist in a Skilled Nursing Facility located in Seaford, Delaware. The assignment is for 13 weeks, starting on 12/01/2026. The role involves providing geriatric rehabilitation in a long-term care setting. The position offers a weekly pay range of $2,423 to $2,538 with guaranteed 35 hours per week. The shift is 5x8 Days, from 08:00 to 16:30.

Requirements

Active Physical Therapist license in Delaware
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent
Relevant experience in skilled nursing facility or geriatric rehabilitation preferred
Ability to work in a long-term care setting and participate in a travel assignment
Strong documentation, communication, and teamwork skills
Comfort with a 35-hour guaranteed workweek and 08:00–16:30 shift schedule

Responsibilities

Perform PT evaluations for residents with mobility, strength, balance, and functional needs; establish individualized treatment plans.
Implement evidence-based interventions to improve gait, transfers, activities of daily living, and overall mobility.
Reassess resident progress regularly, adjust goals, and document outcomes in required health records.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (nurses, therapy aides, and other therapists) to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
Provide patient and family education, discharge planning input, and home exercise programs to support continued progress after therapy.
Ensure adherence to safety, infection control, and privacy standards while delivering high-quality care.