Travel Physical Therapist - $2,170 per week

Cross Country Allied; Arroyo Grande (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Cross Country Allied invites skilled SNF Physical Therapists to a travel assignment in Arroyo Grande, California. You will implement rehabilitation programs in an outpatient/rehabilitation setting, promoting mobility, function, and strength while supervising PT aides and assistants as needed.

The position requires a California PT license, outpatient experience, and proficiency with EMR systems; schedule is days, 8 hours, 40 hours per week for 13 weeks.

Qualifications

• Valid California Physical Therapist license.
• Ability to evaluate and treat patients.
• Ability to supervise PT Assistants and Aides.
• Effective communication with healthcare professionals.
• Experience in outpatient/rehabilitation setting.
• Proficiency with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Maintain and update clinical skills and certifications.
• Communicate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Supervise PT assistants and aides as needed.
• Ensure high-quality patient care in an outpatient/rehabilitation setting.

Skills

Licensed PT (CA)

Patient evaluation

Supervise staff

EMR proficiency

Interprofessional communication

Outpatient rehab

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Arroyo Grande, California.

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Arroyo Grande, California.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Physical Therapist SNF Pismo Beach, CA. This outpatient physical therapy role involves implementing patient rehabilitation programs to enhance mobility, function, and strength. The position requires supervising assistants and aides while ensuring high-quality patient care in a rehabilitation setting.

Job Details

• Position Description: The physical therapist evaluates and treats patients, maintains and updates skills and certifications, and communicates with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Required Qualifications: Valid license as a Physical Therapist in the state of California, with ability to evaluate and treat patients, supervise staff, and communicate effectively. Ability to work independently in an outpatient/rehabilitation setting, with computer skills including electronic medical record (EMR) systems. Work schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Preferred Qualifications: Continuing education courses in relevant specialties.
• Additional Information: The candidate must be physically mobile, capable of prolonged standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, assisting patient transfers, and supporting mobility needs. They should be familiar with billing policies such as Medicare, private insurance, auto, liens, and cash pay, including proficiency in diagnosis and ICD-10 coding. The position includes supervising PT Assistants and Aides and following HIPAA, OSHA, and privacy policies.

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

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1331998. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PT - PT SNF Physical Therapist SNF.

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