Travel Acute Inpatient Physical Therapist - $2,314 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with 2+ years of acute inpatient experience for a 13-week travel contract at an acute care hospital in Bakersfield, CA.

Details

• Acute inpatient setting covering Medical/Surgical, ICU, and ER departments
• Patient population includes general medical/deconditioned, TKA, THA, spinal surgery, general orthopedic, and CVA patients
• Caseload of approximately 12 patients per day
• Charting is performed in Cerner EMR
• Primary schedule is 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM with occasional shifts of 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM one day per week
• 8-hour day shifts; every other weekend (EOW) rotation required
• Weekend requirement is one weekend every third weekend, with the Monday and Friday off those weekends
• No holiday coverage required
• No PTAs on staff; one rehab aide covers the hospital

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent acute inpatient PT experience required
• Active CA PT license required at time of consideration — license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required; pending certifications will not be accepted
• Experience treating in Medical/Surgical, ICU, and ER environments
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of acute inpatient populations across Med/Surg, ICU, and ER
• Orientation includes general hospital orientation followed by several days in each coverage area to become familiar with workflows and the EMR system
• Scrub dress code requires burgundy polo top with scrub or khaki bottoms
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year; candidates employed PRN through outside firms will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-681168. 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: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.