Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Mission Viejo, CA, providing home health therapy where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a Southern California lifestyle. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

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.
Minimum 1 year of home health experience with a Medicare-certified facility is required (client-specific requirement).
Experience using HCHB (Homecare Homebase) EMR required (client-specific requirement).
Ability to meet productivity expectations: approximately 30 points per week (client-specific requirement).
Willingness to be on-call or cover weekend responsibilities as needed (client-specific requirement).
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel within the assigned territory, including Capistrano Beach, Rancho Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, San Clemente, and San Juan Capistrano (client-specific requirement).
Additional certifications or clearances required by state or employer must be obtained prior to start.

Assignment Details

Facility Type: Home Health.
Shift Name: Days.
Shift Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (5x8).
Guaranteed hours per week: 40.
Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
Territory: Capistrano Beach, Rancho Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, San Clemente, and San Juan Capistrano. Candidate must be able to travel within this territory.

Location Highlights

Mission Viejo provides coastal access and outdoor recreation within a short drive.

The city is approximately 10–20 minutes from the beaches of San Clemente and Dana Point and about 1 hour from Los Angeles by freeway. Mission Viejo is adjacent to O’Neill Regional Park and within 20–30 minutes of the Cleveland National Forest, offering hiking and mountain biking options. The area includes Saddleback Church and the Shops at Mission Viejo for dining and retail within a suburban, family-oriented community. Newport Beach and Balboa Island are within a 30–45 minute drive for waterfront dining, harbor cruises, and boating. Commute options include access to the I-5 and CA-73 toll road corridors and nearby Metrolink stations for regional transit connectivity.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include weekly pay, medical options, 401(k) matching, 24/7 recruiter support, referral bonuses, paid housing options, and travel and license reimbursement. A recruiter will provide full benefit details during the application process.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join this home health PT assignment to deliver meaningful care while working in a diverse Southern California community. You will maintain professional growth, obtain hands-on experience in home health clinical practice, and work with a supportive clinical team. Thank you for your time and responsiveness. A recruiter will contact you with next steps.

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. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates.