Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care - $2,489 per week

American Traveler; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Premium medical insurance

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital assignment in Redding, California.

Position details include 13 weeks, 40 hours per week, 10-hour days, travel employment.

California license and 2+ years of experience preferred; BLS required upon hire and must be maintained.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of Physical Therapy experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Current California Physical Therapy license is required if applicable.
• BLS certification required upon hire and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative and therapeutic services to restore function and prevent disability.
• Work within hospital policy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

2+ years experience

California PT license

BLS certification

Acute care hospital experience

Workplace Violence Prevention training

Education

Physical Therapy degree (PT)

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

Description

American Traveler is looking for a Physical Therapist for an Acute Care Hospital setting requiring 2+ years of experience and a California PT license.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within the Physical Rehabilitation unit
• 4x10 shift schedule, 06:00-16:30
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, or Certificate degree in Physical Therapy
• Current California Physical Therapy license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) required upon hire and must be maintained
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Acute care hospital experience required
• Workplace Violence Prevention training (DCI/BVP) required

Additional Information

• Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and/or integumentary disorders
• Performs duties in accordance with hospital policy and state/federal regulatory and accrediting requirements
• Local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-735331. 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.