Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Healthforce; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 110,656 - 119,665; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated recruiter

Travel support

Credentialing assistance

24/7 support

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Physical Therapist for a travel assignment in Lodi, California. This 8-week position offers 40 hours per week with 3x12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM in an acute care hospital setting.

Start date is 08/17/2026, with guaranteed hours and travel support from Healthforce. The role emphasizes assessment, plan of care development, and interdisciplinary coordination to restore physical, functional, and cognitive goals for patients.

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree; required, with licensure in practice state
• Licensure: Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice (California or other assigned state)
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification
• Experience: At least two years of recent physical therapy experience preferred; hospital/acute rehab exposure advantageous
• Ability to work in an acute inpatient hospital setting and to float between inpatient and rehab units; weekend availability as needed

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct assessment and treatment segments to restore and improve physical, functional, and cognitive goals
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy plans of care using evidence-based techniques
• Provide therapy interventions (e.g., therapeutic exercise, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, Manual therapy) and adapt as patient needs evolve
• Establish discharge plans and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team; ensure clear communication to patients, families, and care partners
• Produce accurate, timely clinical documentation within established deadlines; supervise assigned assistants as appropriate
• Float between inpatient acute care and inpatient rehab settings as needed; participate in weekend coverage if required

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist - General, travel assignment in Lodi, California, United States. Start date 08/17/2026 for 8 weeks with guaranteed 40 hours per week. Weekly pay ranges from $2,432 to $2,630. Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM-7:00 PM). Practice setting: short-term acute care hospital. This is a travel - temporary assignment.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,432-$2,630 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
• Contract duration: 8 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM-7:00 PM)
• Start date: 08/17/2026
• Setting: acute inpatient and rehab care in a short-term hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct assessment and treatment segments to restore and improve physical, functional, and cognitive goals, aligned with department objectives
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy plans of care using evidence-based techniques
• Provide therapy interventions (e.g., therapeutic exercise, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, Manual therapy) and adapt as patient needs evolve
• Establish discharge plans and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team; ensure clear communication to patients, families, and care partners
• Produce accurate, timely clinical documentation within established deadlines; supervise assigned assistants as appropriate
• Float between inpatient acute care and inpatient rehab settings as needed; participate in weekend coverage if required

Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree; required, with the license rule: only if obtained after January 2016, or foreign equivalent
• Licensure: Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice (California or other assigned state) required
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification from an approved vendor
• Experience: At least two years of recent physical therapy experience preferred; hospital/acute rehab experience and Neuro/ICU exposure are advantageous
• Ability to work in an acute inpatient hospital setting and to float between inpatient and rehab units; weekend availability as needed

Benefits and Support

• Extension opportunities may be available based on performance and assignment needs
• Assignment-specific support with credentialing and onboarding
• Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
• 24/7 access to travel support and coordination

PAY DISCLAIMER

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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