Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $2,290 per week

Cross Country Allied; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance or private housing

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a Travel Physical Therapist for an outpatient assignment in Houston, TX, starting 11/23/2026 for 13 weeks at 40 hours per week. Shifts are days, with a focus on comprehensive outpatient services.

You will evaluate, treat, and document outcomes while educating patients and families and coordinating with the referring physician to ensure optimal recovery and safe return to community activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• At least 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
• CPR certification and active state license.

Responsibilities

• Perform 60-minute evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Document evaluations, plans, goals and progress accurately.
• Educate patients and families and coordinate care with physicians.
• Maintain licensure and participate in continuing education and quality initiatives.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Houston North Shore. The position provides outpatient physical therapy services, including 60-minute evaluations and treatment sessions. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, coordinating discipline-specific therapy services, educating patients and families, and supporting safe, effective returns to community activities.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Start date: 11/23/2026.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
  • At least 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Active, applicable license in the state where services are provided.
• Additional Information:
  • Complete comprehensive patient evaluations and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician direction.
  • Document evaluations, treatment plans, goals, functional quality assessments, medical necessity documentation, and services accurately and promptly.
  • Provide care under valid physician orders and applicable authorization requirements.
  • Educate patients, families, students, and colleagues while supporting assigned students through appropriate supervision and evaluations.
  • Maintain professional licensure, complete required continuing education, and follow applicable state practice requirements and professional standards.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and activities that support patient and employee safety.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salariesl eyml
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1348038. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PT - PT OP Physical Therapist Outpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus