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Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Physical Therapist
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Hackensack, NJ, 07601
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 25 December 2025
Overview
At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities include Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For information, visit www.saintclares.com.
Responsibilities
Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders. The Physical Therapist I performs responsibilities in accordance with Physical Therapy/Hospital Policy, state and federal regulatory licensing and accrediting requirements.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
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Pay Transparency
Saint Clare's Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $36.78 to $53.50. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
In Hackensack’s skilled nursing facilities, physical therapists customize therapies based on patients’ musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary needs, ensuring recovery aligns with local healthcare standards. Travel therapists bring adaptable skills to meet diverse patient conditions while complying with New Jersey licensing requirements.
Beyond a valid New Jersey physical therapy license, possessing a current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification is essential. These credentials guarantee compliance with state regulations and readiness to handle emergency situations common in skilled nursing care environments.
This role demands hands-on therapeutic interventions focused on restoring mobility in patients with complex conditions, often in post-acute care settings. Unlike static clinic roles, travel therapists adapt quickly to new facility protocols and diverse patient populations, emphasizing function restoration and prevention.
Prime Healthcare Services provides competitive pay complemented by flexible benefits like tuition reimbursement and voluntary options. Their comprehensive package supports travel therapists' unique lifestyle needs, balancing financial rewards with opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Prime Healthcare emphasizes a compassionate care culture with award-winning hospitals, providing travel therapists a supportive environment rich in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety recognitions, setting it apart from typical travel therapy assignments.
Compensation typically ranges between $36.78 and $53.50 per hour, reflecting factors like experience and credentials. This aligns well with regional market rates, making it an attractive opportunity for travel physical therapists seeking competitive wages in New Jersey.
Hackensack’s healthcare network, including Prime Healthcare, shows strong demand for travel physical therapists due to its expansive skilled nursing services and aging population. This creates ample opportunities for therapists seeking flexible travel assignments near New York metro.
Given Hackensack's proximity to major highways and New York City, traffic congestion during peak hours can impact commute times. Travel therapists often consider flexible scheduling or proximity housing to minimize daily travel strain in this busy urban-suburban area.
Many leverage travel assignments to gain diverse clinical expertise, which can springboard into leadership roles, specialized certifications, or educational positions within rehabilitation management, enhancing long-term career prospects.
Some believe travel roles lack stability or support, but many facilities, like those in Prime Healthcare’s network, provide structured onboarding and mentorship. Additionally, travel therapists often experience richer clinical diversity compared to permanent positions.