Travel Physical Therapist - $2,709 per week

American Traveler; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week acute care assignment in Redding, California. The role requires 2+ years of specialty experience and 1+ year in acute care, with a 40-hour work week and 10-hour shifts on days.

The assignment uses Cerner EMR, offers a stable team, 7:00am–5:30pm shifts, and every third weekend with potential for every other weekend. BLS, COVID vaccine, and California licensure are required; travel staff coverage and a staff rotation are

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: 09/14/2026
• 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: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring 2+ years of specialty experience and 1+ year of acute hospital experience.

Details

• Acute care setting within a Level 2 trauma center
• Unit covers Rehab services including PT, OT, and Speech
• Patient population includes cardiac, stroke (facility is stroke-certified), orthopedic, ICU, neuro, and med-surg cases
• Low-volume pediatric and NICU cases exist but travelers are not required to treat these populations
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 10-hour day shifts, 4 shifts per week, 7:00am-5:30pm
• Works every 3rd weekend, with potential for every other weekend
• No floating required
• Staff coverage provided 7 days a week with a team leader available when manager is off-site

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care hospital experience required
• BLS certification required
• COVID vaccination required
• CA state license required (license required if applicable)
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Works into permanent staff rotation for holiday coverage across all modalities
• 8 hours of floor-specific orientation covering all modalities
• Dress code requires polo or button-down long sleeve shirt (burgundy) with dark solid pants; no scrubs allowed
• Open to first‑time travelers

American Traveler Job ID #P-750934. 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.