Travel Contract

Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist
Oakland, CA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

$3,171/week

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Outpatient

Pay

Estimated total pay
$3,171/week

Description

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Oakland, CA where you will treat outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
  • Current, active California Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
  • Experience evaluating and treating patients with musculoskeletal and outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate treatment plans and patient progress to medical teams, including orthopedic and hand surgeons.
  • Ability to work Monday through Friday in an outpatient orthopedic clinic setting, typical daytime hours (center hours described as 8-5 Monday thru Friday).
  • Client prefers candidates with prior clinic teamwork experience and familiarity identifying issues for center colleagues (preferred).


Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Outpatient.
  • Assignment Duration: 13 Week.
  • Positions Available: 1.
  • Typical Behavior Characteristics: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, outpatient orthopedics.
  • Clinicians will evaluate and treat patients with musculoskeletal injuries and report progress to in-house and specialty doctors.


Location Highlights

Oakland, CA offers diverse outdoor and urban experiences within short drives. Lake Merritt is a central waterfront landmark located minutes from downtown and features a 3.4-mile lakeside path and bird sanctuary. The city is adjacent to regional attractions such as Tilden Regional Park, about a 20-minute drive to hiking and the botanical garden, and Mount Diablo State Park approximately 30–40 minutes east for panoramic views and trails. The Jack London Square waterfront district provides dining, transit access via Amtrak/AC Transit, and ferry connections to San Francisco in under 30 minutes. Oakland supports an urban, culturally diverse lifestyle with museums like the Oakland Museum of California and frequent farmers markets in neighborhood districts such as Temescal and Grand Lake.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401k matching, travel and license reimbursement, recruiter support, referral bonuses, and housing assistance where offered.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist to gain clinical variety and professional growth while working in outpatient orthopedic settings. Opportunities include contract, temp-to-hire, and direct hire arrangements. A recruiter will contact you with next steps.


EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442401. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Jackson Therapy Partners

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About

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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About Oakland, CA

As a Travel Physical Therapist in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
  • However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
Transportation
  • Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.
Demographics
  • Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
  • Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
  • There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.
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