Travel Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist - $2,515 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in La Mesa, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Provide outpatient orthopedic care as a traveling Physical Therapist in La Mesa, CA. Treat patients with musculoskeletal injuries, communicate evaluations and plans to physicians including orthopedic and hand surgeons, and collaborate with clinic colleagues to support patient progress and center operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active California physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience evaluating and treating outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic setting.
• Experience communicating treatment plans and progress to medical teams and specialty physicians.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in outpatient clinics treating musculoskeletal conditions.
• Previous collaboration with orthopedic surgeons or hand surgeons.

Assignment Details

• Behavior characteristics: Monday through Friday schedule.
• Clinicians will treat outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic setting and coordinate care with in-house and specialty physicians.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We value your time and commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality outpatient orthopedic physical therapy services. Communicate progress to medical teams and support continuity of care. Contribute to patient outcomes through evidence-based evaluation and treatment.

Location Highlights

La Mesa is a suburban community near downtown San Diego and the Mt. Helix viewpoint. It is approximately a 15–20 minute drive to downtown San Diego and about 30 minutes to the San Diego International Airport. Residents enjoy easy access to Mission Trails Regional Park with hiking and mountain biking trails and nearby coastal beaches such as La Jolla and Mission Beach within a 20–30 mile drive, suitable for outdoor and coastal lifestyles.

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. Diversity and inclusion are supported.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #446659. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.