Travel Physical Therapist - $2,278 per week

American Traveler; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision and/or

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 13-week travel contract in Redding, California. The role requires acute care experience and an active CA PT license, with a 40-hour work week across 4x10-hour days.

The hospital setting is Level II Trauma with stroke certification; charting is in Cerner EMR, and travel staff participate in a holiday rotation. A driver’s license and BLS are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care hospital experience.
• Active CA PT license required at time of consideration; pending licenses will not be accepted.
• Current BLS certification required; pending certifications not accepted.
• COVID vaccination required.
• Cerner EMR experience preferred.
• Driver's license required for consideration.
• Two professional references: one supervisor (last 12 months) and one peer/supervisor (last 3 years).

Skills

2+ years PT experience

Acute care experience

Education

Active CA PT license

Tools

Cerner EMR

BLS certification

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Redding, California.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 2 years of experience and a minimum of 1 year in acute care for a 13-week travel contract at a Level II Trauma, stroke-certified acute care hospital in Redding, CA.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting with a Level II Trauma designation and stroke certification
• Physical Therapy unit within a broader Rehab department covering PT, OT, and Speech
• Patient population includes cardiac, stroke, orthopedic, ICU, neuro, and med/surg cases; low-volume pediatrics ward also present
• Travelers are not required to work the NICU or have NICU/pediatrics experience
• 4x10-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–5:30 PM), working every 3rd weekend (potentially every other weekend)
• PT aides on staff 7 days a week for support
• Charting is performed in Cerner
• No floating required

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of physical therapy experience required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care hospital experience required
• Active CA PT license required at time of consideration; pending licenses will not be accepted — license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required; pending certifications not accepted
• COVID vaccination required
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

• PT coverage is staffed 7 days a week; a team leader is available when the manager is not present
• Manager is available on-site Monday through Friday
• Orientation is 8 hours
• Travelers are expected to participate in the holiday rotation alongside permanent staff across all modalities
• Dress code requires a burgundy polo or button-down long-sleeve shirt (available through a hospital vendor) with solid dark pants; scrubs are not permitted
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by a CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates placed PRN through outside agencies will be considered
• Open to first-time travelers

American Traveler Job ID #P-733522. 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: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.