Physical Therapist - Correctional Care (Tehachapi) $80/hr

AvaMed Workforce; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

AvaMed Workforce is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) for a contract assignment at a correctional facility in Tehachapi, CA. Pay is $80/hr. Assignment dates: December 21, 2026 through June 27, 2027.

Worksite: a correctional facility in Tehachapi, CA 93561; orientation three weeks; schedule notes show 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with a 30-minute meal, though final schedule needs confirmation. TB screening and health clearances required.

Qualifications

• Active California Physical Therapist license is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Correctional or rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Background check and facility security clearance required.
• TB screening, immunizations, and facility health-clearance requirements are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate physical therapy needs and develop individualized rehabilitation plans within the PT scope.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and monitor patient progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment, and progress, and coordinate care with the healthcare team.
• Follow facility infection-control, safety, custody, and security procedures in a correctional setting.

Skills

Physical therapy

BLS certification

Education

California Physical Therapist license

Job description

AvaMed Workforce is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) for a contract assignment at a correctional facility in Tehachapi, CA. Pay is $80/hr. Assignment dates: December 21, 2026 through June 27, 2027.

Worksite: a correctional facility in Tehachapi, CA 93561; orientation three weeks; schedule notes show 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with a 30-minute meal, though final schedule needs confirmation. TB screening and health clearances required.