Physical Therapist Inpatient
Yuma, AZ
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,355/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Physical Therapist Inpatient (PT IP) in a healthcare facility environment. This position involves providing physical therapy services to patients in an inpatient setting, focusing on acute care including total joints, cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), congestive heart failure (CHF), COPD, and sepsis. The role requires adherence to clinical standards and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and rehabilitation.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: State licensure as a Physical Therapist in the designated state; American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification; at least one year of relevant inpatient experience outside of clinical rotations; Understanding of pathology, lab values, and interdisciplinary communication.
- Schedule: Day shift, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week. Shifts are scheduled from Sunday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Saturday, with weekends and holidays rotated. No self-scheduling is permitted.
- Responsibilities: Delivering physical therapy treatments to acute inpatient patients, managing caseloads of approximately 8-10 cases per day, documenting patient progress using electronic charting systems, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Certifications: BLS Certification required.
- Additional Information: Start date is 11/02/2026, with an end date of 02/01/2027. No more than 5 days of Request for Time Off (RTO) allowed. Attendance is expected for both weekdays and weekends as per the shift schedule.
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
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Pros
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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 Yuma, AZ
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Yuma, AZ here's what you should know:- Yuma'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: 107°F, average lows: 74°F.
- Winter average highs: 69°F, average lows: 46°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Yuma, especially during the off-peak season.
- There are options for furnished apartments and houses.
- Yuma is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
- Yuma has a diverse population with a mix of cultures.
- The age range is varied, with a significant senior population.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- Yuma has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Yuma offers a variety of activities, including a wide range of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, art galleries, and shops in the historic downtown area.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as visiting parks, river beach, and fishing docks, as well as participating in festivals throughout the year.
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