Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,911 to $2,111 per week in Mesquite, TX

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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.
• Outpatient clinic experience required. Experience with 60-minute evaluations and one-on-one treatment sessions preferred.
• Experience developing and modifying individualized treatment plans, documenting goals, functional quality indicators, and letters of medical necessity.
• Ability to supervise and delegate to therapy aides or assistants and participate in student clinical education when assigned.
• Maintain professional licensure and complete state-mandated continuing education per Texas requirements.
• Comfort with standard outpatient equipment and safe patient handling procedures.
• Preferred: prior experience in a fast-paced outpatient or Select-style clinic and familiarity with electronic medical record documentation and charge entry.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Duration: 13 week assignment.
• Schedule: 5x8 (five days per week, eight-hour shifts).
• Patient Visit Structure: 60 minute evaluation and treatment sessions as standard.
• Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other nearby facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Mesquite, TX offers convenient access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation within short drives. The city lies roughly 15 miles east of downtown Dallas and is adjacent to I-635 and I-30, providing direct commutes to the Dallas Arts District and Deep Ellum in about 20–30 minutes by car. Mesquite is within 30–40 minutes of White Rock Lake and the Dallas Arboretum, offering waterfront trails, boating, and large public gardens. The area provides a suburban lifestyle with shopping at Town East Mall and several local dining districts within a 10–15 minute drive. For outdoor adventure, the Cedar Ridge Preserve and Lake Ray Hubbard are both within a 30-minute drive, supplying hiking, birding, and waterfront recreation. The region supports a range of entertainment options including professional sports venues in downtown Dallas and several music and cultural festivals throughout the year, typically reachable within a 20–40 minute commute.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. You will receive support and benefits tailored for traveling clinicians.

• Full Medical Benefits & 401k 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 Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

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.