Travel Physical Therapist Outpatient - $2,270 per week

Cross Country Allied; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Healthy health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied seeks a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Sacramento, California. The position focuses on outpatient PT services, including total joint replacements, stroke rehab, and gait retraining, with the patient load and conditions varying daily.

The role involves working primarily in a skilled nursing setting with potential float to an inpatient acute care hospital, requiring independence, strong communication, and collaboration with a diverse clinical team.

Qualifications

• CA PT license and BLS (AHA) certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Experience in acute care or skilled nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient physical therapy services to patients.
• Perform transfers and provide independent care.
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team.
• Float to other units as needed and work autonomously.

Education

CA PT license

BLS (AHA)

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Sacramento, California. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Physical Therapist

Discipline: Therapy

Start Date: 10/13/2026

Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week

Shift: 8 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary: Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) Location not specified. This position involves providing outpatient physical therapy services to patients with various medical conditions, including total joint replacements, stroke, deconditioning, pneumonia, and balance difficulties. The role includes working primarily in a skilled nursing facility with potential to float to an inpatient acute care hospital within the same parking lot.

Job Details: Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: CA PT license, BLS (AHA); minimum 2 years of experience. Schedule: 8-hour days, with two weekend shifts per month, and first to float to other units as needed. Responsibilities include working independently, performing transfers, and collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team. Clinical experience in acute care or skilled nursing is preferred, with a focus on patients treated per day: 8-9. Unit PT. Unit Notes: No prescreen; managed interviews; two supervisor references requiredone within 12 months and one within 3 years of work. A copy of the driver's license is needed at submission to validate legal name. Candidates must not have been directly employed by related facility organizations within the past year, including full time, part-time, or PRN, unless employed through outside agencies. The position involves inpatient and outpatient care, with a focus on post-acute rehabilitative services. Must have skills to work independently, perform transfers, and communicate effectively. Clinical duties encompass compassionate patient care for diverse medical conditions including geriatrics, ortho, neuro, and chronic conditions. Charting system used: Cerner. Location: No facility or hospital name included; generic reference to "the organization" or "the healthcare provider" applies.

Benefits:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1309780.

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: PT - PT OP Physical Therapist Outpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most - your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus