Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist
Bakersfield, CA
AMN Healthcare Allied
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description & Requirements
Physical Therapist - Outpatient - (PT)
StartDate: 8/20/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $2647.00 - $2728.00

As a Travel Physical Therapist in Bakersfield, CA, you will evaluate and treat outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic setting while working in conjunction with a team of therapists. You will communicate treatment plans and evaluations effectively to medical teams and report patient progress to in-house doctors and specialty doctors such as orthopedic surgeons and hand surgeons. Bakersfield, CA offers a variety of attractions and activities. The Park at River Walk is ideal for picnics and fishing and Kern River Parkway Trail is popular for hiking and biking. You can explore Wind Wolves Preserve for hiking and wildlife programs. The California Living Museum features native animals and a rehabilitation center. Kern County Museum displays historic homes and oil industry exhibits. Buena Vista Museum of Natural History showcases fossils and animal exhibits. Bakersfield Museum of Art features rotating exhibits and education programs. Fox Theater provides live performances in a classic venue and The Gaslight Theatre & Music Hall presents family-friendly shows. Rabobank Arena offers concerts and sporting events. Kern County Raceway Park hosts auto racing events. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds higher ethical standards in business practices. Apply now to join this Travel PT Outpatient assignment in Bakersfield, CA.

Required Qualifications
Physical Therapist, Outpatient
Experience: 1 year
PT-CA
Certifications: BLS-AHA(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

1+ Year of Outpatient Ortho experience
1+ Year of experience Manual Therapy Techniques
BS or higher in Physical Therapy

Preferred Qualifications
2+ Years of PT experience
2+ Years of experience treating sprains/strains/fractures
Experience treating 14-16 patients/day


Facility Location
Surrounded by mountain ranges, wildflowers and the Kern River, Bakersfield is the ideal destination for anyone seeking an abundance of recreational opportunities. Hike the neighboring Sierra Nevada Mountains, enjoy whitewater rafting or kayaking, or explore the vibrant downtown district. Boasting a dynamic musical community, the city is also known as the birthplace of the country music genre known as the “Bakersfield sound.”

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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