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Physical Therapist: Skilled Nursing/ Acute

$2,600 per week

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Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Physical Therapist (PT) – Travel Contract
Location: Oak Valley, CA (Not the right fit? We have additional PT opportunities available throughout California.)
Pay: $2,600 per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks (extension possible)
Schedule: Day shifts | 36–40 hours per week

We’re Hiring!


We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join a Skilled Nursing Facility/Acute in Oak Valley, CA. This 13-week travel assignment offers competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care. Whether you’re an experienced SNF/Acute therapist or a new graduate with skilled nursing or Acute clinical rotations, we encourage you to apply.


Responsibilities

  • Assess and treat patients in skilled nursing and acute settings, following PT plans of care.

  • Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable outcomes and timelines.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.

  • Meet or exceed productivity targets and contribute to pipeline-based planning.

  • Document patient progress and maintain accurate records for team visibility.

  • Perform re-evaluations and adjust interventions based on data and goals.

  • Demonstrate and model evidence-based practice and continuous learning.

  • Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and facility policies.

  • Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety.

  • Participate in on-site quality improvement initiatives and outcomes reporting.

  • Identify opportunities for professional development and pursue relevant certifications.


Experience/Qualifications

  • Licensed Physical Therapist with active California state licensure in SNF/acute settings.

  • Proven experience in skilled nursing and acute care therapy assessment and treatment.

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and document measurable treatment plans with timelines.

  • Compliance with regulatory standards and facility policies; strong ethics.

  • Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and discharge planning.

  • Productivity-focused with ability to meet or exceed targets in a pipeline-driven environment.

  • Accurate documentation and data-driven re-evaluation for intervention adjustments.

  • Evidence-based practice emphasis with commitment to continuous learning.

  • Patient and caregiver education on home exercise programs and safety.

  • Participation in on-site quality improvement initiatives and outcomes reporting.

  • Pursuit of relevant certifications and professional development opportunities.

  • On-site, contract-based employment with willingness to work in a growth-oriented, merit-based culture.

If you're ready for a rewarding contract opportunity with competitive pay and flexibility, apply today! Let us help you find the right fit—whether in Oak Valley, CA or elsewhere in California.

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