Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Canton, TX at an outpatient facility 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 degree required. Doctorate preferred. Degree must be from an accredited physical therapy program approved by APTA.
Active Texas Physical Therapist license (LPT) required. Compact license holders accepted if valid in TX.
Current BLS certification required (American Heart Association only).
Experience treating outpatient orthopedic patients required. Experience treating neuro patients preferred.
Ability to independently assess and treat a variety of patient types in an outpatient setting, including formulating measurable goals and reassessing progress per departmental policies.
Familiarity with common outpatient equipment and ability to identify and recommend appropriate devices to patients and families.

Assignment Details

Facility type: Outpatient clinic.
Shift: Days.
Shift hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Work days: Monday – Friday.
Patient mix: Primarily orthopedic with some neurological cases. Typical patient cadence is one-on-one, approximately every 45 minutes.
Schedule note: Clinic typically closes early on Friday; hours may be adjusted Monday–Thursday to accommodate an early Friday close.
Work type: Full time.

Location Highlights

Canton, TX offers a mix of small-town and regional attractions within driving distance of major natural and cultural sites.

Canton is approximately 20 miles northeast of Tyler, TX, providing access to Caldwell Zoo and Tyler State Park within a 30–40 minute drive. The city is known for the First Monday Trade Days, one of the largest flea markets in the region, held monthly and drawing visitors from across Texas. Outdoor recreation options include quick drives to Lake Fork Reservoir for boating and fishing, and a 60–75 minute drive to the Piney Woods region for hiking and scenic drives. Canton’s location along US-19 and proximity to US-80 provides straightforward regional commute options and access to dining, small retail districts, and community events suited to clinicians seeking a suburban or quiet lifestyle with regional adventure opportunities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits for travelers include a comprehensive package beginning on day one, weekly pay, medical benefits, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist to gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by an AI-enhanced career app for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.