Travel Physical Therapist - $1,404 per week

TotalMed; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top paying contracts

24x7 concierge service

Long or short term contracts available

Top 10 agency recognition

Job summary

A premier healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a position in Bakersfield, California. The role involves developing and executing care plans for various patient populations in an acute care setting. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 months of experience, although new graduates are encouraged to apply. BLS certification and valid state licensing are required. This opportunity offers top-paying contracts and a supportive recruiter-traveler partnership.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months of experience; new grads are encouraged to apply.
• Physical Therapists should have the ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, and execute care plans for various patient populations.
• Oversee supervising PTAs and therapy technicians.
• Modify plans based on patient condition and provide accurate documentation.
• Interface with Medical Center personnel and physicians to ensure a team-focused plan of care.
• Understand adaptive equipment and modify plan of care as indicated.
• Use hospital computer systems and document following state/insurance guidelines.

Skills

BLS Certification

Knowledge of anatomy

Knowledge of physiology

Knowledge of pathology

Medical terminology

Education

Physical Therapy License

2 years experience preferred

Job description

Overview

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.

Responsibilities

• As a PT, you will be responsible for the evaluation, development, and execution of a plan of care for a variety of patient populations in the acute care setting.
• Oversee supervising PTAs, support staff (therapy technicians)
• Bill within the respective setting, following guidelines within settings for facility
• Understand the respective PT board's rules and regulations, complying within respective state
• Interface with Medical Center personnel and physicians to ensure team-focused plan of care
• Understand adaptive equipment
• Evaluate and create a plan of care
• Modify plan of care as indicated based on patient\'s condition
• Use Medical Center computer systems in performance of daily tasks
• Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines

Requirements / Qualifications

• Must have 6 months of experience; however, new grads are encouraged to apply. Must have BLS and state-specific licensing.
• Specialty: Physical Therapist; Discipline: Therapy; Duration: 13 weeks; 40 hours per week; Shift: 8 hours, days; Employment Type: Travel
• Physical Therapists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. PTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
• Requirements*: BLS, 2 Years
• * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
• TotalMed Allied Job ID #1366244. 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 TNAA TotalMed Allied

In the fast-paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter - traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.

Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no pressure atmosphere.

We care like no other so that you can care like no other.

What the TotalMed experience can offer you:

• Top paying contracts
• 24x7 concierge one-on-one service to meet your needs
• Long or short term contracts available nationwide
• Top 10 agency per recent traveler surveys

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Come experience the “Care like no other” difference!