<p>A contract Physical Therapist is needed at an acute care facility in Lockney, TX — a straightforward travel assignment with a competitive blended compensation package and flexible shift options. The engagement runs 8 to 13 weeks, offering a defined timeline that suits both first-time travelers and experienced contract clinicians looking for a focused, well-supported placement in West Texas.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Travel pay rate: $35 per hour plus $1,200 weekly housing/travel stipend</li> <li>Local (non-travel) pay rate: $60 per hour</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends; access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses and rewards & recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to support credentialing and onboarding</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute care facility setting — full inpatient therapy caseload typical of a community acute care environment</li> <li>Contract length: 8 to 13 weeks with an immediate start available</li> <li>Shift options: 8-hour or 10-hour shifts, providing scheduling flexibility</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Texas PT license or licensure through a compact state required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of clinical Physical Therapy experience</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Lockney is a small agricultural community in Floyd County on the Texas South Plains, roughly 50 miles northeast of Lubbock — a major regional hub offering a full range of dining, shopping, entertainment, and a large academic medical center. The South Plains region is known for wide-open landscapes, affordable cost of living, and a tight-knit community atmosphere that many clinicians find refreshing after years in larger metro settings. Lubbock's proximity means easy access to an international airport, Texas Tech University, and a vibrant arts and music scene when you want a change of pace.</p>