Physical Therapist - Acute Care
Mission Viejo, CA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – Physical Therapist, Acute Care – Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Start Date: November 3, 2026

Location: Mission Viejo, California

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (5x8-hour shifts). Required to work 3 weekend shifts per 6-week period (Saturday or Sunday). May be expected to work days on either side of holidays.

Highlights:

• Level II Trauma Center with Stroke Certification providing comprehensive acute care services
• 488-bed acute care hospital utilizing Epic charting system
• Diverse patient population including CVA, multiple trauma, cardiac, orthopedic, open heart, general medicine, oncology, neurology, spine, and total joint cases
• Free parking provided for all staff
• Opportunity to work with a well-rounded acute care patient population in a fast-paced environment
• May have the opportunity to float to nearby sister facilities

Requirements:

• Active California Physical Therapy license (may submit with license pending and proof of submission)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care inpatient experience (required - hard stop)
• Level II Trauma experience highly preferred; candidates without trauma experience must demonstrate comfort working independently in this environment
• ICU experience highly preferred
• First-time travelers accepted with acute care and trauma experience
• Must be able to work independently with limited orientation
• Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic Level II Trauma Center where you'll gain experience with a diverse acute care patient population. You'll be part of a team providing critical rehabilitation services in a well-equipped facility with modern technology and support systems. The schedule provides weekday consistency with minimal weekend requirements, and the facility is committed to supporting traveling healthcare professionals with comprehensive onboarding and competitive compensation.