Travel Physical Therapist - $2,227 per week

Thrive Staffing; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist for a travel assignment in Merced, California. The role involves delivering rehabilitation services across inpatient and outpatient settings, aiming to enhance patient mobility and functional independence.

The position requires a California PT license and BLS (AHA) certification, with a 13-week duration and 40 hours per week on 10-hour day shifts. Start ASAP, hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in California.
• BLS (AHA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality therapy services to inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Focus on improving mobility and rehabilitation.

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Merced, California.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality therapy services to both inpatient and outpatient populations, focusing on improving patient mobility and rehabilitation.

Job Details

• Unit Type: Physical Therapy
• Shift Length: 10 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Required Certifications: BLS (AHA), California license for PT

Schedule

The position requires working on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 08:30 AM to 07:00 PM.

Facility Information

• Bed Capacity: 189 beds (ICU 20, telemetry 34, medical surgical units 102 beds, Mother and Baby units 33 beds)
• Average Hospital Census: 150
• Outpatient Center: Located 2.5 miles away, serving both PT and OT/ST disciplines
• Service Areas: Outpatient therapy, home health, and inpatient care.

Team Composition

• 1 Lead Inpatient Therapist
• 1 Therapy Supervisor
• 1 Director of Rehab Services
• Outpatient and Inpatient Staff:
  • 3 outpatient aides
  • 5 inpatient aides
  • 2 PTAs (Outpatient), 2 PTAs (Inpatient)
  • 1 COTA (Outpatient), 1 PD COTA
  • 4 OTRs (2 inpatient, 2 outpatient), including 1 OT (T)
  • 5 PTs (including 2 travelers)
  • 2 Speech Therapists (includes 1 traveler)

Patient Demographics

• Inpatient Adult and Geriatric populations (orthopedic, neurological, medical, pulmonary complications)
• Outpatient populations ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
• Specialized hand therapy in OT and pediatric speech therapy

Other Notes

• JCAHO certification for Stroke (NIH certified)
• Programs for elective hips and knees, early mobility, and vent early mobility
• Location offers access to diverse recreational opportunities, including proximity to Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada range.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19166042. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rehab:PT,07:00:00-17:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.