Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Traveling Physical Therapist Opportunity

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling physical therapist in The Colony, TX outpatient setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while working a full-time outpatient schedule. This role evaluates patients, develops and implements treatment plans, documents care, delegates discipline-specific therapy services, and contributes to patient and employee safety initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active State of Texas PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy required.
• Ability to complete comprehensive evaluations, develop treatment plans, and perform timely, accurate documentation including letters of medical necessity and charge entry.
• Familiarity with state practice act, regulatory requirements, and performance improvement processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising or delegating to therapy assistants and students.
• Previous travel or contract therapy experience preferred.
• Experience working with productivity and quality metrics in an outpatient clinic preferred.

Assignment Details

• Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• Workweek structure: 5x8 format.
• Start: ASAP.
• May be required to participate in student clinical education and professional development activities.

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

We value your time and responsiveness. You will receive a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day one, including medical benefits and retirement plan options. Additional support services are provided to facilitate assignment logistics.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonus opportunities.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement available.

Provide high-quality outpatient physical therapy focused on functional outcomes and safe return to community activities. Maintain professional licensure and ethical standards. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of safety through adherence to safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace safety practices.

Location Highlights

The Colony, TX offers access to recreational and entertainment options within the DallasFort Worth area. The city is adjacent to Lewisville Lake, providing boating and fishing within a 10-minute drive and multiple parks with hiking and picnic areas. The nearby Grapevine and Plano entertainment districts are within a 2030 minute commute and offer restaurants, live music venues, and historic Main Street attractions. Outdoor options include Arbor Hills Nature Preserve in Plano, approximately 25 minutes away, and Ray Roberts Lake State Park about 30 minutes north for camping and trails. The area fits a suburban lifestyle with access to urban amenities and regional transit corridors connecting to Dallas and Fort Worth.

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.