Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist - $1,830 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a hospital in Austin, TX as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will 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 Texas Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required.
• Experience in an acute care or hospital setting preferred.
• Ability to manage caseloads that include post-operative patients, medical-surgical patients, and mobility/functional deficits preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel PT experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 07:30–16:00.
• Shift Days: Days.
• No call required.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer a benefits package beginning on day one. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401(k) matching plan, weekly pay, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Provide skilled physical therapy services within a hospital setting. Deliver evaluations, develop and implement treatment plans, document patient progress, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Maintain compliance with facility policies and professional standards.

Location Highlights

Austin offers diverse recreation and cultural options within short drives. Visit Zilker Park and Barton Springs, both within a 15–25 minute drive from downtown, and explore the live music scene on Sixth Street and the South Congress district. Enjoy access to Lady Bird Lake with hiking and kayaking opportunities along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. The city provides a mix of urban dining, tech industry hubs, and outdoor options such as the Greenbelt and nearby state parks like McKinney Falls State Park approximately 20 minutes away.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #447410. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

Benefits

• Referral bonus