Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Jacksonville, TX

Recognize additional patient needs during evaluation and exercise sound clinical judgment when requesting, scheduling, or performing additional testing. Independently assess all assigned patient types across outpatient settings including orthopedic, balance, deconditioning, and pain cases.

Job Title

Travel Physical Therapist

Location

Jacksonville, Texas

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Travel Assignment | Full-Time | Onsite | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Temp-to-Hire Possibility

Key Responsibilities

• Gather pertinent patient data from charts and other caregivers; consult with physicians as necessary
• Independently assess all assigned patient types across outpatient settings including orthopedic, balance, deconditioning, and pain cases
• Recognize additional patient needs during evaluation and exercise sound clinical judgment when requesting, scheduling, or performing additional testing
• Interpret evaluation results and formulate relevant, measurable, realistic, and attainable therapy goals
• Reassess patient progress regularly in accordance with department and regulatory policy, or as clinical need arises
• Identify appropriate equipment and coordinate discussion with patients and families regarding recommendations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required
• Active Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) license in the state of Texas or a compact state license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required — American Heart Association (AHA) only
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy experience
• Outpatient clinical experience required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred
• Strong background in outpatient orthopedic, balance, or pain management settings preferred

Why Join Us

• 13-week travel contract with a projected start date in July 2026 and the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position
• Opportunity to work in a focused outpatient environment with a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule