Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Travel Physical Therapist Opportunity in Modesto, CA

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Modesto, CA where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while working in an outpatient orthopedic clinic. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with further details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Current, active California Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience treating outpatient orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries in a clinic setting.
• Ability to evaluate and treat patients, create and communicate treatment plans, and report progress to physicians including orthopedic and specialty surgeons.
• Client requirement: ability to float between clinics within the region. This assignment will float between clinics in Modesto and Stockton, with no more than one clinic worked per day.
• Preferred: prior experience working in multi-clinic outpatient orthopedics and collaborating with in-house doctors and specialty providers.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient.
• Assignment Duration: 14 Week assignment.
• Float Requirement: Candidate will float between clinics in the region; never more than one clinic per day.

Location Highlights

Modesto offers central access to regional recreation and cultural attractions. The city is approximately 70 miles east of San Francisco and about 90 miles south of Sacramento, providing access to urban amenities and transit options such as Amtrak service in nearby cities. Modesto is within a 1–2 hour drive of Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada foothills for hiking and outdoor adventure, and it sits near the Tuolumne River and nearby reservoirs for boating and fishing, suitable for an active, suburban lifestyle. The downtown Arts and Entertainment District features theaters, galleries, and annual festivals within easy commuting distance, supporting a quiet-to-moderate pace of life with cultural opportunities. The region is also known for its agricultural landscape in the Central Valley and convenient drives to Napa and Sonoma wine regions for weekend excursions.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. Benefits include eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package starting day one, access to recruiter support, travel and license reimbursement, and housing options where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist to provide outpatient orthopedic care while maintaining professional stability and growth. Contract clinicians will evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries, communicate plans with medical teams, and collaborate with colleagues to identify patient care needs.

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. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates.