Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $800 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist opportunity in Bakersfield, CA working in an outpatient setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active California physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy required.
• Client requires competency treating musculoskeletal conditions and performing therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and functional mobility training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior travel therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Advanced certification in orthopedics or sports physical therapy preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: AM 8.
• Shift Pattern: 5x8.
• Candidate may be required to float to other locations as needed.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one. Benefits include full medical options, 401k matching, weekly pay, travel and license reimbursement, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, and 100% paid housing where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and provide high-quality outpatient care that supports patient recovery and functional independence. You will work with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans, document outcomes, and contribute to positive patient experiences in a rehabilitation-focused environment.

Location Highlights

Bakersfield sits near outdoor and cultural attractions that fit a suburban lifestyle. The city is approximately a 2-hour drive to Sequoia National Park and 1.5 hours to the Kern River for rafting and fishing. Local features include the Bakersfield Museum of Art and the historic Bakersfield Fox Theater, with a regional airport offering convenient travel options.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are valued.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #445943. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

Benefits

• Referral bonus