Physical Therapy Assistant
Sacramento, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Physical Therapist, Outpatient This position provides rehabilitation services in post-acute and inpatient settings, supporting patients recovering from orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and general medical conditions. The role requires independent performance of patient transfers, effective communication, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts consisting of 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, including two weekend shifts per month.
• Required Qualifications: California Physical Therapist Assistant license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Primarily supports skilled nursing patients and may float to an inpatient setting after training.
  • Typical patient diagnoses include total joint replacements, stroke, deconditioning, pneumonia, balance difficulties, chronic medical conditions, orthopedic conditions, and neurological conditions.
  • Provides care for primarily geriatric patients.
  • Must be able to work independently, perform patient transfers, communicate effectively, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Floor-specific orientation is provided.
  • Weekend coverage is required twice per month; holiday coverage may be required.
  • Burgundy scrubs or uniform are required.
  • Cerner is used for clinical documentation.
  • The organization may cancel up to four shifts during a 13-week assignment or up to three shifts for assignments shorter than 13 weeks.

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