Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Oakland, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,931/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration20 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care326 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
- Length: 20 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Inpatient Physical Therapist with acute rehabilitation and neuro patient experience for a travel contract position.
Details
- Acute inpatient rehabilitation unit setting
- Patient ratio of 1:5
- Day shift schedule, Tuesday through Saturday, 5x8 hours from 9:30am-6:00pm (flexible to 9:00am start if needed)
- Uses Epic charting system
Requirements
- CA PT License required if applicable
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of experience in hospital acute care or inpatient acute rehab required
- Minimum 2 years of overall experience required
- Experience with neuro patients required
- Prior travel experience required
- Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, and documentation across acute rehabilitation care
- Skills include gait training, adaptive/assistive device use, wheelchair assessment, and therapeutic modalities such as cryotherapy and ultrasound
- Experience with neurologic conditions including stroke, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury is valued
- Familiarity with orthopedic conditions such as total hip/knee replacement and post-op spinal surgery is beneficial
- Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at local rate
- Returning staff/travelers must have a separation period of at least 1 year to be eligible
- Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
- Compliance labs must be completed within 3-5 days of contract signing
- All compliance documents due 10 days prior to start date
Facility
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus
1 nurse recommends working with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus
- Short Term Acute Care
- 326 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive, helpful, easy to work with and always checking in and making sure I’m covered when she’s not working. Helped me get the contract I needed
Cons
None
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Oakland, CA
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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