Travel Physical Therapist - $1,760 per week

Cross Country Allied; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a travel position in Athens, Texas. The role involves outpatient rehabilitation for orthopedic injuries and postoperative care, with an emphasis on evidence-based practice and patient education.

The position offers 40 hours per week, dayshift, and a travel-friendly compensation package. Start date ASAP and a 13-week duration, working within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist or eligible PTA in Texas.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (PTs) or PTA credential with eligibility to practice.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based rehabilitative interventions for mobility, strength, and balance.
• Educate patients on injury prevention and home exercises.
• Utilize EMR tools to document care and streamline workflow.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary outpatient team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Texas Physical Therapist license or eligibility

CAPTE-accredited program

CPR certification

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) degree (optional)

Tools

Raintree EMR

AI-powered documentation tools

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary: Athens Physical Therapy, a H2 Health organization, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant for an outpatient position in Athens, Texas. This full-time role involves providing evidence-based rehabilitative care to a diverse outpatient population recovering from orthopedic injuries, surgeries, and musculoskeletal conditions. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional patient care and supporting professional growth.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Dayshift, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Physical Therapist (PT): Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent from a CAPTE-accredited program; current Texas Physical Therapist license or eligibility; CPR certification or willingness to obtain; new graduates encouraged to apply.
  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program; current Texas Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility; CPR certification or willingness to obtain; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Additional Information:
  • Responsibilities include performing patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, delivering interventions to improve mobility, strength, and balance, and educating patients on injury prevention and home exercises.
  • Utilize AI-powered documentation tools and the Raintree electronic medical record platform to streamline workflow.
  • Contribute to a patient-centered culture focused on clinical excellence and teamwork.
  • The position begins on 08/24/2026 at the specified outpatient location in Athens, Texas.

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 salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

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