Physical Therapist: Corrections

Location:

Independence, Virginia

24348

Shift Type: 8-Hour Days

Setting: Corrections

Length: 13 Weeks

Start Date: 05-26-2026

End Date: 08-22-2026

Weekly Pay: $3,006

Job Description

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We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we’re looking for a Physical Therapist for a Corrections contract assignment.

Job Title: Physical Therapist: Corrections
Location: Independence, Virginia & Oakwood, Virginia
Setting: Corrections
Pay Range: $3000 weekly
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Up to 40-hours per week
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly


Requirements:

  • 1-3 years of experience as a PT
  • Qualified applicants MUST have at least 1years of experience in the correctional setting
  • Valid Physical Therapist license
  • Be willing to obtain VA and/or compact licensure


Why Choose American Medical Staffing?

  • Day-One Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans with no waiting period.
  • Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
  • Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000+ discounted properties.
  • Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
  • Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits
  • Working Advantage: Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
  • Scrub Discount: 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
  • Compliance & Credentialing Support: Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.


Responsibilities

As a healthcare professional in a Corrections facility, you’ll play a critical role in serving a unique and often underserved patient population. Your care will directly impact patient safety, wellness, and rehabilitation. A few of the responsibilities include:

  • Provide comprehensive evaluations and individualized treatment plans as a Physical Therapist (PT) to address mobility limitations, functional deficits, and rehabilitative needs

  • Implement therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait training, and mobility restoration to improve patient outcomes

  • Monitor patient progress through functional assessments, documentation, and care plan modifications to ensure effective and compliant treatment delivery

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment—providing care that truly matters.

 

Apply now to take the next step in your journey.

American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.

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About American Medical Staffing

American Medical Staffing is your dedicated partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses, therapists, technologists, and behavioral health professionals with flexible, impactful roles across the U.S. Whether you're looking for travel, per diem, or contract work in hospitals, schools, correctional facilities, or home health, we provide personalized support and transparent guidance every step of the way. Our experienced recruiters work closely with you to match your skills and goals to the right opportunity, ensuring every placement supports your success, your schedule, and your career growth.