Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Physical Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 09/21/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Physical Therapist (PT) specializing in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) services is needed in a day shift setting. This clinical role involves partnering with residents and care team members to maximize functional abilities and independence through evaluative and therapeutic procedures. The position emphasizes resident-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal outcomes.
Job Details:
Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid license as a Physical Therapist (PT) in the applicable state of practice. Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy is required; Masters or Doctorate degree is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred. No minimum years of experience specified. Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience working in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting. Membership in professional organizations and ongoing professional development are advantageous.
Additional Information: The therapist will perform evaluative and therapeutic procedures under physician or healthcare provider orders, develop and modify treatment plans, and instruct residents and caregivers in the use of assistive devices. Responsibilities include documentation in electronic medical records, collaboration with therapy professionals, supervision of assistant-level staff when appropriate, and compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations. Ensuring departmental cleanliness, maintaining licenses, certifications, and competencies, and providing education to staff are also key duties.
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1303715. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PT - PT SNF Physical Therapist SNF.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Waltham, MA
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Laboratoryunmatched
Long-Term Careunmatched
Medicaidunmatched
Medicareunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Physical Therapyunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Treatment Planunmatched
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