Travel Physical Therapist
Bakersfield, CA
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,840/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Physical Therapist (PT) Inpatient in Bakersfield, California. This position involves planning and conducting segments of treatment programs aimed at restoring and enhancing patients' physical, social, and mental functions. The role requires serving as a co-leader within an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care in an acute care inpatient setting.
Job Details:
- Location: Bakersfield, California
- Specialty Name: Physical Therapist Inpatient (PT IP)
- Specialty: Physical Therapist Inpatient
- Shift Time: Days
- Shift Hours: 10 hours per shift
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 40 hours
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Required Qualifications: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree only if obtained license on or after January 2016, or foreign equivalent; Two years' Physical Therapy experience; Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor
- Preferred Qualifications: None specified
- Essential Functions: Completing evaluations to ensure quality standards, addressing assessment areas needing attention, utilizing appropriate clinical techniques and tools, establishing individualized treatment and discharge plans, ensuring accurate clinical documentation within deadlines, supervising assigned assistants, performing other related duties
- Schedule: Days, 10 hours per shift, at least 40 hours per week
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
Employer
Cross Country Allied
5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied
Pros
Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler
Cons
None
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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.
About Bakersfield, CA
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:- Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.
- Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.
- Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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