American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with at least 2 years of acute inpatient experience and a current CA PT license for an acute care hospital assignment.

Responsibilities

• Position is in an acute inpatient care setting
• Covers Medical/Surgical, ICU, and ER patient areas
• Typical patient population includes general medical, deconditioned, total knee and hip arthroplasty, spinal surgery, general orthopedic, and cerebrovascular accident cases
• Treats approximately 12 patients per day
• Uses Cerner for EMR documentation
• Day shifts primarily 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, with occasional 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
• Weekend coverage required once every third weekend, with Monday and Friday off during that week
• First to float as needed between areas
• Responsible for evaluation and treatment of diverse patient populations in an acute care hospital
• Works alongside one aide to support the caseload; no PTAs available in the department
• Department-specific orientation provided, including familiarization with each area
• Burgundy polo and scrub or khaki bottoms required as dress code
• No holiday coverage required
• Candidates who have been employed at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible
• Local candidates may be considered; specific radius rules may apply based on state

Requirements

• Active California PT license required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute inpatient physical therapy experience required
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Must provide 2 professional references: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the past 3 years including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
• Must submit a copy of a valid driver’s license
• Experience working with Cerner EMR preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-643966. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

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