Travel Physical Therapist - $2,420 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Palestine, Texas.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/08/2026
• 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 travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Palestine, TX, providing skilled home health services while experiencing life in East Texas. 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 Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Home health experience required. Must have experience with home health evaluations, start-of-care visits, 30-day reassessments, treatment visits, and discipline discharges.
• Familiarity with HCHB electronic medical record preferred. Candidates with HCHB and home health experience will be prioritized.
• Ability to work as an independent contractor and document per agency standards.
• Minimum education requirement: Bachelor’s Degree.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Home Health.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift schedule: Days 08:00–16:00 (client also lists 08:00–16:30 consistently as expected daily schedule).
• Weekly hours guarantee: 36 hours per week.
• Coverage areas include Crockett, Grapeland, Elkhart, and Palestine. Mileage reimbursed between patient visits from first to last patient.
• Primary responsibilities: Home health physical therapy evaluations, start-of-care visits, 30-day reassessments, treatment visits, discipline discharges, and agency discharges.

Location Highlights

Palestine, TX offers a mix of small-town and regional attractions within easy drives. Palestine is about 100 miles east of Austin and roughly 90 miles north of Houston, providing access to major urban centers. The nearby Palestine Historic District features Train Depot Museum and historic downtown walking tours, and Lake Palestine is within a 15–25 minute drive offering boating and fishing. Outdoor options include the 27-acre Palestine Wildlife Management Area and seasonal birding at the adjacent wetlands, with opportunities for suburban and quiet lifestyle fits. For regional travel, I-45 provides direct routes to larger cities, and the area supports a slower-paced, community-oriented living experience with local festivals and parks within short commutes.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. Benefits available to travelers include comprehensive medical benefits, 401k options, recruiter support, and housing assistance where applicable. Specific benefits and eligibility will be discussed by a recruiter during the application process.

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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #441734. 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.