Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Lynchburg, VA where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Virginia physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient orthopedics experience preferred.
• Must not be a PTA; position requires a licensed PT.
• First-time travelers accepted. New graduates not accepted.
• Experience meeting productivity expectations in outpatient settings preferred (approximately 60 visits/week; ability to manage 12–14 patients/day and follow-up double-booking).
• Ability to obtain any facility-specific approvals for overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior outpatient clinic experience treating orthopedic patient populations.
• Comfort working with productivity targets and variable daily patient volume.

Assignment Details

• Shift: Days.
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week with expectation to work up to 40 hours.
• Float to other clinics is not required.
• Productivity expectation: approximately 60 visits per week; typically 12–14 patients per day with follow-up double-booking expected.

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

Benefits

We value your time and commitment. Benefit options begin on day one and include comprehensive medical benefits, 401(k) matching, travel and license reimbursement, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, and housing assistance when available.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide outpatient orthopedic care that helps patients regain function and return to daily activities. You will work within established clinic workflows and productivity expectations while contributing to positive patient outcomes and clinic efficiency.

Location Highlights

Explore Lynchburg and the surrounding region. Enjoy proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Peaks of Otter (approximately 30–45 minutes), with access to Smith Mountain Lake about 25 miles away for boating and waterfront recreation. The city offers local cultural attractions such as the Lynchburg Museum and downtown historic districts, and regional access to Roanoke (about a 45-minute drive) for additional entertainment and transit options. The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban setting with outdoor recreation and regional urban amenities within commuter distance.

EEO Statement

The employer is 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. Diversity is valued and an inclusive environment is maintained for all associates.