Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Arlington, TX

Key Responsibilities Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in alignment with patient needs, goals, and physician direction. Delegate and direct all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs support effective return to community activities.

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

TX | Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 13 Weeks | Four 9-hour shifts and one 4-hour shift per week

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in alignment with patient needs, goals, and physician direction
• Delegate and direct all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs support effective return to community activities
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical record documentation including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry
• Ensure all care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals as required
• Serve as an educator to patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing evaluations
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and all applicable regulatory requirements, maintaining professional licensure in good standing

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in good standing in the state of Texas
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist
• Experience in orthopedics
• Ability to complete continuing education requirements as mandated by the state
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards and safe patient handling practices

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in an outpatient orthopedic setting
• Familiarity with functional quality indicator assessments and outcomes-based documentation
• Experience supervising or mentoring Physical Therapy students

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a structured outpatient orthopedic environment with a clear focus on quality patient care and professional development
• Supportive setting that encourages continuing education, professional growth, and involvement in performance improvement initiatives