Travel Contract

Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Sacramento, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,270/week
Posted 7 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date11/17/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,270/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) located in the area served by an organization providing post-acute care. This position involves providing outpatient physical therapy services within a skilled nursing facility and performing float rotations to an inpatient acute care hospital. The role requires working with diverse patient populations, including post-surgical, neurological, and geriatric patients, to support recovery and improve functional outcomes.

Job Details

  • Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Valid California Physical Therapist license, BLS (American Heart Association) certification, minimum 2 years of experience required, with at least 6 months of experience in acute care or skilled nursing.
  • Schedule: 8-hour days, scheduled on weekends as needed, totaling 40 hours per week.
  • Responsibilities: Providing outpatient physical therapy services, including assessments, treatments, and patient education. Able to work independently and perform transfers. Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Additional Information: Candidates must have the ability to work efficiently in both outpatient and inpatient settings, with excellent communication skills. Charting is performed in Cerner Electronic Medical Record system. The position may require float rotation to various stations within the facility.

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 #1338425. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PT - PT OP Physical Therapist Outpatient.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

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5 nurses recommend working with 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 Sacramento, CA

As a Travel Physical Therapist in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
  • Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
  • Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
  • Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
  • Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
  • Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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