At a Glance — Scores
Overview
Jackson Therapy Partners has been placing travel therapists since 2006, making them one of the more established corporate agencies. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, they've built strong relationships with hospital systems and healthcare networks across the country — giving travelers access to a pipeline of acute care and rehabilitation contracts.
The company is a subsidiary of Jackson Healthcare, one of the larger healthcare staffing conglomerates. This corporate backing provides stability and contract volume. Jackson's differentiators include PTO accrual (genuinely uncommon in travel therapy), CE reimbursement, and a long track record in hospital system contracting.
Pay & Compensation
Jackson offers mid-range pay packages — physical therapists typically earn $2,100–$2,500 per week. The packages are complemented meaningfully by PTO, which effectively adds to total compensation in a way that pure weekly rate comparisons don't capture.
Stipends are competitive within the corporate tier. Pay negotiation is somewhat limited by the corporate structure, particularly around contract rate transparency.
Benefits
PTO accrual is Jackson's most distinctive benefit. Most travel therapy agencies offer no paid time off. Jackson's PTO means you accumulate time off during active contracts. CE reimbursement supports professional development. Health, dental, and vision insurance round out the package.
Jackson's hospital network access is an indirect but real benefit — for therapists who prefer inpatient rehabilitation or acute care settings, having an agency with deep hospital relationships opens doors.
Recruiter Experience
Jackson's recruiting team benefits from years of institutional knowledge about hospital contracting. Experienced recruiters bring genuine depth to conversations, particularly around hospital-based settings. The corporate environment creates some limitations on personalization.
Response times are good, and most travelers report consistent communication throughout their contracts. Some travelers note the corporate setting can feel impersonal compared to smaller agencies.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- PTO accrual — genuinely rare in travel therapy
- Strong hospital and health system contracts
- CE reimbursement included
- Long track record since 2006 with institutional knowledge
- Experienced recruiting team with hospital setting expertise
- Stable corporate backing
Cons
- Corporate feel with less personal recruiter relationships
- Limited flexibility on pay negotiation
- Some hospital settings have strict productivity requirements not always disclosed upfront
What Therapists Are Saying
"The PTO was the reason I picked Jackson for my first hospital contract. It seems small but having actual paid time off while traveling is something I really appreciated."
"My recruiter has been with Jackson for years and knows the hospital market really well. She warned me about one facility before I took it and was right."
"Solid, reliable experience. Not the most personal agency I've worked with, but the CE reimbursement and PTO make the total package work."
Who Is Jackson Therapy Partners Best For?
Jackson Therapy Partners is best suited for experienced travelers who prioritize hospital and acute care settings, value PTO accrual, and want an agency with a long institutional track record in healthcare staffing.
Our Verdict
Jackson Therapy Partners earns its #4 ranking through institutional knowledge, strong hospital contract access, PTO, and CE reimbursement. The corporate structure creates some limitations on transparency and flexibility, but for hospital-focused travelers, Jackson is a solid choice. Overall rating: 4.5/5.
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