What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Travel Contract position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join our team as a traveling Physical Therapist in Gainesville, TX, where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
- Active Texas Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.
- Productivity expectation: ability to meet approximately 60 visits per week and see 12–14 patients per day; experience with double-booking follow-up visits preferred.
- Ability to work a guaranteed 36 hours with expectation to work up to 40 hours; overtime must be approved by the director prior to being worked.
- Willingness to float to other clinics as needed.
- New graduates and first-time travelers will be considered. (Preferred: prior travel experience.)
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Primary Rate Type: 8-hr day.
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week with expectation to work up to 40 hours.
- Productivity expectation: approximately 60 visits per week; typically 12–14 patients per day.
- Overtime requires director approval before working OT hours.
- Local candidates within 50 miles will be considered at the local rate.
Location Highlights
Gainesville, TX offers access to regional outdoor recreation and a small-city lifestyle. Lake Ray Roberts is approximately 15 miles northwest and provides boating, fishing, and multiple trail systems. The Frank Buck Zoo is located in town and offers family-friendly outings within a short drive of downtown Gainesville. Historic downtown Gainesville features local dining and antique shops within a compact walkable area. The city is about 70 miles north of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, providing access to urban cultural attractions and major airport connections within a roughly 1.5-hour drive. Lifestyle fit is suburban with access to nearby lakes and state park recreation.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and responsiveness. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting on day one.
- Weekly, on-time pay.
- Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
- 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Competitive referral bonuses.
- 100% paid housing available.
- Travel and license reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career resources for therapy professionals.
EEO Statement
We are an EEO/AA 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.