Travel Physical Therapist - Weekly Pay

MEP Health; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

PTO

401(k)

CEU reimbursement

Licensure support

Job summary

MEP Health in California seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients, developing personalized rehab plans in hospital, clinic, or rehab settings.

You will lead therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and patient education, collaborate with clinicians, document outcomes, and uphold safety and infection control standards while pursuing ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure in Physical Therapy.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong clinical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical conditions and functional limitations.
• Design and implement individualized rehabilitation programs.
• Utilize physical therapy techniques and operate equipment safely.
• Monitor progress, modify treatment plans, and document outcomes.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercises and injury prevention.
• Maintain a safe environment with infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in quality assurance and professional development.

Skills

Licensure in Physical Therapy

BLS certification

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Reading/Writing/PC use

Team collaboration

Patient education

Job description

Role Overview:

A Physical Therapist (PT) specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with physical impairments to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life. Working in diverse settings such as hospitals, clinics, and rehab centers, they develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans using exercise and manual therapy techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical conditions through tests, examinations, and history-taking to identify functional limitations.
• Design and implement individualized rehabilitation programs aligned with patient goals.
• Utilize various physical therapy techniques and operate specialized equipment safely.
• Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and document outcomes accurately.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercises, injury prevention, and self-management strategies.
• Maintain a safe, compliant environment adhering to infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in quality assurance, professional development, and discharge planning activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid state licensure in Physical Therapy.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong clinical, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and PC use.
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks, move equipment, and sustain physical activity.
• Effective interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams and patients.
• Ability to work under pressure, adhere to deadlines, and demonstrate professionalism.

Additional Information

The role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including insurance, PTO, 401(k), licensure and CEU reimbursements, and support from a dedicated clinical team. The position emphasizes high-quality, safe patient care and ongoing professional growth.