Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Arlington, TX at an outpatient facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. You will evaluate patients, develop and modify treatment plans, delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services, and design functional programs to support return to community activities. You will educate patients, families, students, and coworkers while upholding professional standards, documentation requirements, and organizational safety expectations.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
- Active Texas state physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Minimum 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in orthopedics.
- Proficiency with outpatient evaluation, goal writing, development of treatment plans, and functional outcome measurement.
- Experience with documentation including letters of medical necessity, charge entry, and compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Ability to supervise and mentor students and to participate in professional development activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in outpatient orthopedic settings.
- Familiarity with safe patient handling practices and clinic safety programs.
Assignment Details
- Shift pattern: 5x8 schedule.
- Typical weekly schedule includes Monday–Thursday nine-hour shifts (possible start times 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM with end times up to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM) and Fridays 8:00 AM–12:00 PM.
- Must follow clinic guidelines for appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package beginning first day, including medical options and 401(k) matching.
- Weekly pay and 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
- Travel and license reimbursement options.
- Opportunities for paid housing and referral bonuses.
Impacting Patient Care
You will contribute to patient and employee safety practices focused on safe patient handling, infectious disease precautions, and workplace hazard reporting. You will complete thorough evaluations, apply clinical reasoning to progress patients toward discharge, and maintain timely, accurate documentation in accordance with physician orders and payer requirements. You will uphold professional licensure, adhere to state practice acts, and participate in performance improvement initiatives.
Location Highlights
Arlington, TX offers a balance of urban entertainment and outdoor recreation within short drives. The city is home to the Texas Rangers’ Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium, both major sports and entertainment venues within the city. Arlington is centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth, providing commute options and access to DFW International Airport approximately 20–30 minutes away depending on traffic. Nearby attractions include River Legacy Parks with hiking and biking trails and Joe Pool Lake for boating and fishing, each within a 20–30 minute drive, supporting an active, suburban lifestyle.
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.