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 a traveling Physical Therapist role in Houston, TX at an outpatient clinic where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing 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 required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification required from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Experience working in outpatient physical therapy settings preferred.
- Experience performing 60-minute evaluations and one-on-one treatment sessions preferred.
- Competence with documentation, goal writing, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state and federal guidelines preferred.
- Ability to supervise and provide direction for discipline-specific therapy services and to participate in student training preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Outpatient.
- Shift Pattern: 5x8 schedule.
- Duration: 13-week assignment.
- Position Type: Physical Therapist providing 60-minute evaluations and treatment sessions.
- Responsibilities include evaluation, treatment planning, documentation, and patient/family education.
Location Highlights
Houston, TX offers diverse urban and cultural attractions within convenient travel times. The Museum District is home to the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Museum of Fine Arts, both within a 10–20 minute drive from downtown. The Buffalo Bayou Park provides 160 acres of green space with trails, a skate park, and boating opportunities about 5–10 minutes from the central business district. The Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, is 10–15 minutes from many central neighborhoods and supports an urban, fast-paced professional lifestyle. For weekend escapes, Galveston Island is approximately a 50–60 minute drive and offers beaches, historic districts, and waterfront dining. Houston’s METRORail and major highways provide transit options connecting downtown, the Museum District, and the Medical Center within short commutes.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your time and commitment. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching plan, recruiter support, referral programs, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement. A recruiter will provide full benefits details during the application process.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional development opportunities. You will work in a collaborative environment and contribute to patient- and employee-safety initiatives.
EEO Statement
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 associates.