Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital - $2,207 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Apple Valley, 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: Jul 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist (Acute Care) with at least 1 year of experience for a 13-week travel assignment at an acute care hospital in Apple Valley, CA.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting with 212 staffed beds
• Schedule is Tuesday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM (5x8-hour shifts)
• Patient population includes geriatric, orthopedic, post-stroke, cardiac (CHF, CABG, MI), COPD, ICU, ER, and medical-surgical cases
• Clinical focus areas include total hip and knee replacements, hip fractures, gait training, and post-stroke rehabilitation
• Procedures and skills include AROM/AAROM/PROM, gait training, assistive device use, pain assessment, skin integrity, strength testing, vital signs, and home exercise program development
• Equipment used includes gait belts, crutches, standard walkers, hospital beds, and supplemental O2
• Charting is done in Epic (experience required)
• Free parking on-site
• Travelers are expected to float between all facilities within the state; refusal to float may result in assignment termination

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care physical therapy experience required
• Active CA PT license required (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS certification required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with orthopedic, geriatric, cardiac, and neurological patient populations required
• Proficiency in patient and family education, discharge planning, plan of care development, and reassessments
• Ability to perform lifting, transfers, and gait training
• Minimum of 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty or setting required for consideration
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are accepted; a different pay rate may apply — contact your recruiter for details
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• Block scheduling may be accommodated at manager's discretion
• RTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration; minimal RTO is preferred
• 13-week contract (approximately July–October 2026)

American Traveler Job ID #P-719483. 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.