Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Traveling Physical Therapist Opportunity

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join as a traveling Physical Therapist in Huntington Park, CA at an outpatient facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. This role focuses on one-on-one patient care across a mostly orthopedic caseload spanning teens to geriatrics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active California PT license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Clinical experience treating orthopedic conditions preferred.
• Experience providing one-on-one patient care in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Comfortable treating patients across the lifespan, from adolescents through geriatrics.
• Ability to perform follow-up visits and progress reporting; initial evaluations are typically performed by a designated staff PT.
• Must be hands-on and able to manage a daily patient load averaging approximately 16 patients.
• Willingness to float or split time to assist coverage at another nearby clinic when needed is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior outpatient clinic experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with common orthopedic interventions and documentation workflows.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with designated evaluators and clinic staff.

Assignment Details

• Mostly orthopedic caseload; no pelvic or wheelchair-bound patient population.
• One-on-one patient care model; follow-ups and progress reports required.
• Average patient volume approximately 16 patients per day.
• Possible split to help cover a clinic in the Los Angeles area when needed.

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

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching, weekly pay practices, 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care

Join to provide consistent, hands-on outpatient physical therapy that supports patient recovery and functional improvement. You will work within a team where initial evaluations are assigned to designated PTs and you will focus on follow-ups and progress tracking to maintain treatment continuity.

Location Highlights

Huntington Park offers convenient access to Los Angeles attractions and regional parks. Downtown Los Angeles is approximately 10 miles northwest with access to cultural landmarks such as the Staples Center and the Broad Museum. The area provides short commutes to Griffith Park and the Hollywood Hills for outdoor activities, and is within reasonable driving distance to coastal beaches in Santa Monica and Long Beach for weekend recreation.

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. The employer celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.