Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist team supporting home health patients in Sunnyvale, CA. The Physical Therapist will evaluate and treat patients to restore function, prevent or minimize disability, and help clients reach maximum performance within their capabilities. Responsibilities include initial admission/evaluation visits, documenting observations, clinical findings, problems, skilled interventions/treatments, goals and discharge plans, and notifying the Clinical Team Manager of OASIS scores within established timelines. The clinician may supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and perform other duties consistent with skills and training. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

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.
Home health experience preferred, including conducting initial admission/evaluation visits and OASIS documentation.
Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants preferred.
Ability to manage a caseload across multiple service areas within the assigned territory.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior travel or per-diem home health experience preferred.
Experience with documentation systems used in home health settings preferred.

Assignment Details

Shift hours: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Schedule can be flexible based on patient availability.
Weekend requirement: One weekend day per month.
Territory includes communities such as Milpitas, Saratoga, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos, Campbell, San Jose, Morgan Hill, San Martin, Gilroy, and nearby areas. Candidate may travel within this territory to provide patient care.

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

Benefits

We offer a benefits package designed for traveling clinicians. Benefits begin your first day.

Comprehensive medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
Paid housing options available.
Travel and license reimbursement.
24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
Competitive referral bonuses.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide skilled physical therapy services in the home setting to support recovery, maximize function, and prevent hospital readmissions. Accurate documentation of interventions, goals, and discharge plans ensures continuity of care and regulatory compliance. The role contributes to improved patient outcomes across a varied home health caseload.

Location Highlights

Sunnyvale is centrally located in Silicon Valley, near major tech centers and regional parks.

Downtown Sunnyvale and the historic Murphy Avenue offer dining and weekly farmers markets within a short drive. The city is approximately 20 minutes from downtown San Jose and about 30 minutes from San Francisco Bay waterfront areas. Outdoor options include nearby Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve and Stevens Creek County Park, both within 15–25 minutes, offering hiking and mountain biking. Commuter transit options include Caltrain and VTA light rail connections to regional employment centers and airports.

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.