Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,805 per week

Cross Country Allied; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a Sacramento, California assignment. The role focuses on rehabilitation for geriatric, orthopedic, neurological, and other inpatient/outpatient populations.

Position requires California PTA license, BLS from AHA, and a minimum of 2 years' experience. Scheduling includes 40 hours/week with 8-hour day shifts; 2 weekend shifts per month; travel benefits apply.

Qualifications

• California PTA license required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Minimum 2 years of PTA experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation services in post-acute and inpatient settings.
• Perform patient transfers independently.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team and document care in Cerner.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Patient transfers

Education

California PTA license

BLS (AHA)

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Sacramento, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Sacramento, California.

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Physical Therapist, Outpatient This position provides rehabilitation services in post-acute and inpatient settings, supporting patients recovering from orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and general medical conditions. The role requires independent performance of patient transfers, effective communication, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts consisting of 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, including two weekend shifts per month.
• Required Qualifications: California Physical Therapist Assistant license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Primarily supports skilled nursing patients and may float to an inpatient setting after training.
  • Typical patient diagnoses include total joint replacements, stroke, deconditioning, pneumonia, balance difficulties, chronic medical conditions, orthopedic conditions, and neurological conditions.
  • Provides care for primarily geriatric patients.
  • Must be able to work independently, perform patient transfers, communicate effectively, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Floor-specific orientation is provided.
  • Weekend coverage is required twice per month; holiday coverage may be required.
  • Burgundy scrubs or uniform are required.
  • Cerner is used for clinical documentation.
  • The organization may cancel up to four shifts during a 13-week assignment or up to three shifts for assignments shorter than 13 weeks.

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 #1349307. 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: PTA - 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