Travel Physical Therapist - $2,967 per week

Thrive Staffing; Alturas (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing seeks a licensed Physical Therapist for a travel assignment in California. The role involves directing therapy services, coordinating department operations, and contributing to quality improvement while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will have 3+ years of PT experience, BLS/BCLS, and CA licensure. The position supports budget-related duties and accurate patient charges, with a 13-week term and 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Current California licensure or certification as a physical therapist.
• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in physical therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct physical therapy services and supervise departmental operations while coordinating patient care.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in budget formulation and maintaining accurate patient charges.
• Maintain organized records and deliver requested documents promptly.
• Communicate respectfully and clearly with all members of the organization.
• Educate patients and families using tailored teaching plans based on identified needs.
• Identify and address patient pain affecting rehabilitation and communicate with physicians when necessary.
• Stay updated on trends and developments in rehabilitative medicine through continuous education.
• Train personnel and provide on-the-job training as necessary.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are preferred.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

California licensure or certification as a physical therapist

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 04/05/2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Physical Therapist

Shift Information

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Minimum Years of Experience

3.0 years

Certifications/Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Current California licensure or certification as a physical therapist.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist will be responsible for directing physical therapy services, coordinating and supervising departmental operations, and administering prescribed physical agents. This role includes maintaining performance improvement activities, participating in continuous quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory laws and standards. The therapist will assist in budget formulation, evaluations, and maintaining accurate patient charges.

Position Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in physical therapy preferred.
• Knowledge of physical therapy modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
• Understanding of disease processes and related causative factors.
• Awareness of the benefits and values of rehabilitative medicine and physical therapy agents.
• Familiarity with infection control and sterile techniques related to rehabilitative practice.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, confidentiality, respect, and accountability.

Position Responsibilities

General Competencies

• Consistently demonstrate professional behavior and respect toward patients, visitors, and staff.
• Exhibit organizational and time management skills.
• Produce project deliverables on time, within budget, and with minimal supervision.
• Compile and organize data efficiently; make informed recommendations based on this data.
• Maintain organized records and deliver requested documents promptly.
• Communicate respectfully and clearly with all members of the organization.
• Perform all assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Manage equipment safely and correctly, ensuring departmental cleanliness and safety.
• Conduct appropriate patient assessments and recommend changes as necessary.
• Educate patients and families using tailored teaching plans based on identified needs.
• Provide respectful care that addresses the psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients.
• Identify and address patient pain affecting rehabilitation and communicate with physicians when necessary.

Specific Competencies

• Ability to maintain composure and effectiveness in stressful situations.
• Consult with other departments to improve patient care and departmental performance.
• Ensure documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Train personnel and provide on-the-job training as necessary.
• Stay updated on trends and developments in rehabilitative medicine through continuous education.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are preferred.
• Basic understanding of computing and office technology.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to the dress code and maintain a professional appearance.
• Complete annual education requirements and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Apply patient confidentiality at all times.
• Wear identification badge at all times while on duty.
• Arrive on time and complete tasks as scheduled.
• Participate in meetings as appropriate and maintain a positive relationship with coworkers and management.
• Represent the organization positively in all interactions.
• Resolve personnel concerns at the departmental level as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all policies regarding operational procedures and safety regulations.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19529222. 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: Rehab:PT,08:00:00-16:00:00

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.