Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

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Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a Sugar Land, TX outpatient clinic as a traveling Physical Therapist where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. This role involves completing comprehensive evaluations, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, documenting care, and contributing to quality and safety initiatives. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Texas PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy settings preferred.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations, develop measurable goals, and document in compliance with state, federal, and payer requirements.
• Demonstrated competency in safe patient handling and infection control practices.
• Willingness to participate in student supervision and precepting as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 60-minute evaluations and one-on-one outpatient treatment sessions.
• Prior travel or contract therapy experience preferred.
• Completion of continuing education relevant to outpatient orthopedic or neurologic care preferred.

Assignment Details

• Schedule: 5x8
• Position is outpatient physical therapy in Sugar Land, TX.

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

Benefits

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

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality, patient-centered care by performing thorough evaluations, developing goal-directed treatment plans, and documenting progress in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure care is provided under valid physician orders and within insurance authorizations as applicable. Promote patient and employee safety by adhering to clinic safety protocols, safe patient handling practices, and infection control procedures. Participate in performance improvement initiatives and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Maintain professional licensure and meet state-mandated continuing education requirements.

Location Highlights

Sugar Land offers suburban amenities with convenient access to Houston and regional attractions. The city is approximately 20 miles from downtown Houston and about 30 minutes from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Nearby recreational options include Sugar Land Memorial Park with walking trails and Oyster Creek, and a short drive to Brazos Bend State Park for hiking and wildlife viewing. Dining and entertainment are available in the Sugar Land Town Square district, and the area provides easy access to major highways for commuting and regional travel.

EEO Statement

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.