Travel Physical Therapist - Monterey 13-Week Assignment

Fusion Medical Staffing; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay for travel

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

PTO after 1560 hours

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure and CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week assignment in Monterey, CA. This role includes 12-hour shifts and a 36-hour work week, offering travel-friendly compensation and benefits.

You’ll evaluate patients, design rehab plans, and collaborate with a clinical team to ensure optimal outcomes. The position emphasizes strong clinical skills, patient-centered care, and the ability to educate patients and families on home programs.

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC).
• Doctorate degree in physical therapy; PT experience preferred, new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical conditions using standardized tests, clinical examinations, and patient history to identify functional limitations and treatment need.
• Develop personalized rehabilitation programs based on assessment findings and patient goals.
• Implement physical therapy treatment plans using various techniques to improve patient mobility and reduce pain.
• Operate specialized physical therapy equipment and modalities safely and effectively, ensuring proper maintenance and calibration of devices.
• Assess patient progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and accurately document evaluations, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and optimize treatment outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and self-management techniques to promote long-term functional recovery.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards while addressing patients’ comfort needs during therapy sessions.
• Engage in quality assurance initiatives and professional development activities to remain current with best practices in physical therapy.
• Collaborate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and continued patient progress in community or home-based settings.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice

Skills

Physical Therapy license (state)

BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Education

Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week assignment in Monterey, CA. This role includes 12-hour shifts and a 36-hour work week, offering travel-friendly compensation and benefits.

You’ll evaluate patients, design rehab plans, and collaborate with a clinical team to ensure optimal outcomes. The position emphasizes strong clinical skills, patient-centered care, and the ability to educate patients and families on home programs.