Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Overview
Physical Therapist | General specialty | Ukiah, California, US
Travel - Short Term Acute Care Hospital | 13-week assignment starting 10/26/2026
Weekly pay: $2,738 to $2,908 per week | Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
Shift: 5x8 Days (Mon–Fri), typically 8:00 AM–4:30 PM with a 30– or 60-minute lunch
This travel assignment is in a short-term acute care hospital setting in Ukiah, CA, requiring a current PT license in the state of practice and CPR/BLS certification. The role emphasizes independent patient evaluation and treatment planning within an interdisciplinary team, with daily documentation and EPIC EMR usage.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,738–$2,908 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Assignment duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Weekdays, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, 5x8 schedule
- Start date: 10/26/2026
- Setting: Short-term acute care hospital

Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct segments of physical therapy treatment to restore and improve physical function and mobility
- Perform evaluations and establish individualized treatment plans; adjust as needed based on patient progress
- Deliver therapy interventions using established protocols and evidence-based techniques
- Develop and communicate discharge and care plans to appropriate team members and patients
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the EMR and ensure compliance with deadlines
- Supervise assigned assistants and participate in interdisciplinary care rounds

Requirements
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if license was obtained on or after January 2016; or foreign equivalent
- Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice: Required
- CPR certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required
- Two years of Physical Therapy experience: Preferred
- EPIC experience: Must have EPIC experience
- Ability to work in a hospital/acute care setting and meet the assignment's scheduling requirements

Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016; or foreign equivalent

Benefits and Support
- Competitive weekly pay in the stated range
- Guaranteed hours for the assignment duration
- Assignment support throughout the contract period
- Access to travel coordination resources and ongoing recruiter support
- EPIC EMR experience required for this role
- Clear pathway to extend the assignment if both parties agree

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.