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 Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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 Arkansas Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment. Interstate licensure compact eligibility does not replace state license requirements.
- BLS Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required prior to start.
- Minimum one year of recent acute care or hospital-based physical therapy experience preferred. Client requires experience in hospital or inpatient rehab settings.
- Experience with mobility training, therapeutic exercise, and discharge planning in an acute or rehab hospital environment preferred.
- Ability to document in electronic medical records required. Experience with common hospital EMR systems is preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Hospital
- Shift Name: Days
- Shift Hours: AM 8 (days. 5x8 schedule)
- Assignment Length: 13 Week Assignment
- Start Context: VMS target start mid-May 2026. Recruiter will confirm exact start date.
Location Highlights
Explore Sherwood, AR and nearby attractions. Sherwood is a suburban city just northeast of Little Rock and about 10 to 15 minutes by car to downtown Little Rock. The area offers access to the Arkansas River waterfront and the River Market District, approximately a 15- to 20-minute drive, providing dining and entertainment options. Outdoor recreation is available within a short drive, including Pinnacle Mountain State Park about 20 miles west with hiking trails and scenic overlooks, and Two Rivers Park with walking trails and river access roughly 10 miles away. Commuting is convenient via I-40 and I-30 corridors, offering regional connectivity to Conway and North Little Rock within 20 to 30 minutes. The community supports a suburban lifestyle with family-friendly neighborhoods, local parks, and frequent cultural events in the Little Rock metropolitan area.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay.
- Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
- Competitive Referral Bonuses.
- 100% Paid Housing Available.
- Travel & License Reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies 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 of our associates.