Travel Physical Therapist - $2,760 per week
Specialty: Physical Therapist | Discipline: Therapy
About the role
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an inpatient and acute inpatient rehabilitation unit. This role requires EPIC experience and weekend availability. The assignment is in Lodi, California, with a start date of August 31, 2026, lasting 13 weeks. The position is full-time (40 hours per week) on a day shift with 8-hour shifts.
- Rehabilitation setting only, no outpatient
- Patient population includes ortho, neuro, ICU, and acute rehab cases
- Day shift, 8-hour shifts with approximate start times between 08:00–08:30 and end around 16:30
- Weekend coverage required, potentially all weekends with a comp day during the week, or an alternating/agreed-upon rotation
- EPIC experience required
- Accepts local candidates at the same rate as travel candidates with no radius rule
- Candidates with more than 5 days of requested time off will not be considered
Responsibilities
- Conduct evaluations, establish individualized treatment plans, and provide therapy interventions using appropriate protocols and techniques
- Coordinate individualized care and discharge plans and communicate them to appropriate parties
- Complete comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines
- Supervise assigned physical therapy assistants
- Serve as co-leader in an interdisciplinary approach to patient groups
Requirements
- DPT degree required for those licensed on or after January 2016, or foreign equivalent
- 2 years of Physical Therapy experience preferred
- Active PT license in state of practice required
- BLS certification from an approved vendor required
- Required vaccinations are a condition of employment (medical and religious exemptions available)
Benefits
- Premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
- Generous 401(k) match
- Substantial housing stipends
- 24/7 support and access to in-house clinicians
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 or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
We offer 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.