Travel Acute Care Physical Therapist - $2,464 per week
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$2,464 per week |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Apple Valley, California |
About this job
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Apple Valley, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 09/15/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting requiring 1+ year of experience and a CA PT license.
Details
- Acute Care Hospital setting within a 212-bed facility
- Patient population includes geriatrics, orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and post-stroke cases
- Treats conditions such as COPD, CHF, CABG, MI, hip and knee injuries, total joint replacements, and post-stroke rehabilitation
- Uses equipment including gait belts, crutches, standard walkers, hospital/specialty beds, and supplemental oxygen delivery
- Epic EMR preferred
- Day shift schedule: 5x8-hour shifts, Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- May require floating between sister facilities within the region
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of recent Acute Care PT experience required
- Current BLS certification required
- Active CA PT license required if applicable
- Experience with AROM/AAROM/PROM, body mechanics, pain assessment, skin integrity, strength testing, and vital sign monitoring
- Experience with assistive devices and gait training
- Skilled in home exercise program development and patient/family education
- Experience with documentation including evaluations, plans of care, reassessments, short-term goals, and discharge planning
- Epic charting experience preferred
- 2 professional references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
Additional Information
- Core responsibilities include patient evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge coordination in an acute care hospital environment
- Facility may cancel one shift per two-week pay period
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates within a 50-mile radius may be accepted at a local rate
- Returning staff who previously worked at the facility as permanent employees must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius
- Candidates must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- All requested time off must be submitted at the time of application
- Free parking is available on-site
American Traveler Job ID #P-747212. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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