Travel Contract

Travel Physical Therapist
Oakland, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,730/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date06/22/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,730/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Inpatient (PT IP) for a healthcare facility located in Oakland, California. This role requires candidates to evaluate, plan, and implement rehabilitative therapy programs aimed at improving patient mobility, reducing pain, and restoring functional movement in adult and geriatric patients. The successful candidate must bring their license on the first day. The position involves working in an inpatient setting with a focus on acute rehabilitation and neuro-related conditions.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: 8-hour shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: Valid California State License, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), and in-hand certification documentation at time of submittal.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Epic charting experience, community hospital experience, and prior LTAC (Long Term Acute Care) or trauma level I/II experience.
  • Additional Information: This role involves assessing a wide range of conditions including CVA (stroke), SCI (spinal cord injury), TBI (traumatic brain injury), amputations, oncology, and orthopedic cases. Candidates must have at least two years of experience and travel availability for assignments. The candidate will be expected to complete necessary lab work within 3-5 days of signing and verify a seven-year work history. Vaccination status for COVID-19 and flu vaccines is currently unknown.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

  • Private housing or generous housing allowance
  • Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Competitive salaries
  • Referral bonuses
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Direct deposit/free checking
  • Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1268927. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PT - PT IP Physical Therapist Inpatient.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

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About

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

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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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