Physical Therapist Inpatient
Yuma, AZ
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,355/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Physical Therapist, Inpatient This position provides physical therapy services in an acute inpatient setting, covering emergency department and medical-surgical areas. The role supports patients with conditions including total joint procedures, cerebrovascular accidents, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and sepsis.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts with 10-hour shifts and a minimum of 40 hours per week. Scheduling options include five 8-hour shifts with flexible weekend coverage 23 days per month or four 10-hour shifts from SundayWednesday or WednesdaySaturday. Holidays rotate.
- Required Qualifications: Active Arizona Physical Therapist (PT) license in hand or a compact-eligible license; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); at least one year of experience outside clinical rotations; understanding of pathology, laboratory values, and interdisciplinary communication.
- Additional Information: Acute inpatient care setting with coverage of the emergency department and medical-surgical areas. Typical caseload is 810 patients per day and may include total joint procedures, cerebrovascular accidents, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and sepsis. Physical therapist assistants are available. Royal blue scrubs are required. The assignment is scheduled to begin on 12/14/2026.
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
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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