Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,755 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Santa Monica, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary: Physical Therapist Outpatient Santa Monica, CA
Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT) opportunities are available in Santa Monica, California. The role evaluates assigned patients, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, and supports progress toward discharge in alignment with physician direction and established goals. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school; CPR Certification; outpatient experience; ability to maintain an active/applicable license for the state where work will be performed; 6 months to 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience successfully completed an assignment with the organization previously
• Responsibilities:
  • Completes comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and uses clinical reasoning to develop treatment plans and goals focused on discharge within an established length of stay
  • Completes timely, accurate medical record documentation, including documentation, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessment, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in approved formats in compliance with applicable guidelines and clinic policies
  • Ensures care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approval when indicated for clinical care
  • Participates in student programs as assigned, including providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
  • Creates and maintains an individualized professional development plan, identifying and initiating professional growth through continuing education, self-study, and professional activities
  • Applies learned information to support organizational strategic objectives
  • Adheres to the discipline-specific State Practice Act and other regulatory agencies, maintains licensure in good standing, and completes required continuing education
  • Performs in an ethical manner in accordance with discipline-specific professional codes of conduct
  • Supports performance improvement methodology by following action plans and offering feedback through staff meetings, focus groups, or direct supervisor communication
• Additional Information: Follows clinic guidelines outlining standards of personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality; demonstrates behaviors and attitudes consistent with the organizations mission and core values; upholds professional standards and compliance expectations, including confidentiality regarding patient and company information; maintains a patient- and employee-safety focus in alignment with established safety expectations and guidelines

Benefits: The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1272798. 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: PTA - PT OP Physical Therapist Outpatient.

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus