Travel Physical Therapist - $2,300 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Physical Therapist specializing in inpatient care is needed in Bakersfield, California. This role involves providing outpatient, inpatient, acute inpatient, and skilled services across various medical areas including Medical/Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Emergency Room (ER). Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. The position offers a day shift schedule and may involve occasional work in a different shift.

Job Details:

• Location: Bakersfield, California
• Specialty: Physical Therapist Inpatient
• Shift: Mostly 8:00 am - 4:30 pm with occasional working one day a week 10:00 am - 6:30 pm.
• Schedule: Days, every other weekend, first to float
• Required Qualifications: CA Physical Therapist license, BLS (American Heart Association), minimum of 2 years of experience in acute inpatient settings.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Medical/Surgical, ICU, and ER environments.
• Additional Information: The role involves general hospital orientation followed by specialized training in each area to familiarize with the system. The hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment, or 3 shifts if the assignment is less than 13 weeks. Cerner Electronic Medical Record system is utilized.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-06-25

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1241750. 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: PT - PT IP Physical Therapist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus