Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient - $2,270 per week

Cross Country Allied; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) located in the Sacramento area. This travel assignment involves providing outpatient physical therapy services within a skilled nursing facility, with float rotations to an inpatient acute care hospital.

Start date is 11/10/2026 for 13 weeks, working 40 hours per week in 8-hour day shifts, with weekends as needed. Requires valid California PT license, BLS certification, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience, including at least 6 months in acute care or

Qualifications

• Valid California Physical Therapist license.
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification.
• minimum 2 years of experience required, with at least 6 months in acute care or skilled nursing.
• Ability to work in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient physical therapy services, including assessments and treatments.
• Perform patient education and transfers as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans.
• Chart in Cerner EMR and handle float rotations to stations within the facility.

Education

California Physical Therapist license

Tools

Cerner EMR

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: 11/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) located in the area served by an organization providing post-acute care. This position involves providing outpatient physical therapy services within a skilled nursing facility and performing float rotations to an inpatient acute care hospital. The role requires working with diverse patient populations, including post-surgical, neurological, and geriatric patients, to support recovery and improve functional outcomes.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Valid California Physical Therapist license, BLS (American Heart Association) certification, minimum 2 years of experience required, with at least 6 months of experience in acute care or skilled nursing.
• Schedule: 8-hour days, scheduled on weekends as needed, totaling 40 hours per week.
• Responsibilities: Providing outpatient physical therapy services, including assessments, treatments, and patient education. Able to work independently and perform transfers. Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Additional Information: Candidates must have the ability to work efficiently in both outpatient and inpatient settings, with excellent communication skills. Charting is performed in Cerner Electronic Medical Record system. The position may require float rotation to various stations within the facility.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• 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 #1338425. 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