Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Santa Fe Springs, CA where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. 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.
• Current California physical therapy license or license for the state where practicing required prior to the start of the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience evaluating and treating outpatient orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries in a clinic setting.
• Experience communicating treatment plans and progress reports to medical teams, including orthopedic and specialty surgeons.
• Ability to collaborate with clinic staff to identify and resolve patient care issues.
• Preferred: prior outpatient clinic experience and familiarity with documentation systems used in outpatient orthopedic settings.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Pattern: 3x12 schedule per VMS (0700–1900).
• Shift Times: May vary between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM depending on location. 1 hour lunch.
• Duration: 13 Week assignment.
• Caseload: Outpatient orthopedic musculoskeletal injuries; collaboration with in-house doctors and specialty surgeons.

Location Highlights

Santa Fe Springs offers convenient access to urban and outdoor amenities within Southern California. The city is approximately 15 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles and about 20 miles from Long Beach Harbor. Nearby attractions include Whittier Narrows Recreation Area with boating and fishing within a 10–15 minute drive, and the Whittier/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink and regional transit corridors providing connections to Los Angeles and Orange County within 30–60 minutes. Residents can access cultural destinations such as the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the historic downtown districts of Whittier and La Mirada within a 20–30 minute commute. The area supports a suburban lifestyle with close proximity to coastal beaches, major freeways (I-5, I-605), and regional parks suited for hiking and outdoor recreation.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. You will receive information on benefits when you speak with a recruiter.

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.