Physical Therapist
Northridge, CA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an inpatient rehab setting, requiring 1+ year of experience and PT state licensure.

Details

• Inpatient rehab setting within a Level 2 trauma facility
• Unit includes PT, OT, and Speech disciplines
• Patient volume varies by area: up to 9 per day for outpatient, up to 13 per day for inpatient, and varies for rehab
• Patient population includes ortho, post-surgical, neuro, trauma, cardiac, and medsurg cases; excludes NICU, pediatrics, PICU, ER, and ICU
• Uses Cerner Powerchart for charting
• Supported by 2 rehab aides/OTAs who assist with patient care
• 8-hour day shifts, typically Tuesday-Saturday, though schedule may vary (e.g. Wed-Sun or Thu-Mon) based on need
• May be assigned to outpatient, inpatient, or both areas depending on facility need
• Required to float to other areas as needed within assigned scope
• Weekend requirements vary and will be specified per assignment
• Holiday coverage is not required

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience required; candidates with strong inpatient clinical experience may be considered without a full year
• Active PT state license required for the state of submission (license required if applicable)
• Current BLS certification required
• Travel experience preferred
• Trauma experience preferred
• Active, non-pending certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients across assigned inpatient, outpatient, or rehab areas
• 1.5 days of department-specific orientation provided, including Cerner training as needed
• Uniform requirements include a maroon polo shirt, dark-colored pants, and closed-toed shoes; lab coat optional
• Facility has 24/7 pharmacy access
• First-time travelers may be considered based on clinical experience
• Candidates must not have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-associated facility (including CHI and Dignity) within the past year; PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable
• Local candidates may be accepted depending on facility rate structure
• Some states may require candidates to live a minimum distance from the facility to qualify for travel rates