Local Contract

Physical Therapist, Outpatient Orthopedics
Santa Cruz, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$44-48/hour

Overview

Start Date03/18/2026
Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay

$44-48/hour

Details

Gross pay

$2103.03/wk

Regular pay

$25.00/hr

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Position

Location: Santa Cruz, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Discipline: Physical Therapy (PT)
Setting: Outpatient (OP) Rehabilitation
Reason for Opening: Coverage for leave
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: January 26, 2026
Preferred Experience Level: Orthopedic Physical Therapy (Ortho PT)
Years of Experience Required: 2 years (higher end of 1-2 years specified)
Floating Required: No
EMR System: Casamba
Dress Code: Business casual
Work Schedule: Standard for outpatient setting

Additional Notes

No prior travel experience explicitly required
Facility does not require floating to other units
Parking available next to building

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1034 reviews)

222 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

THE best recruiter I have worked with in my 4 years as a traveler. Natalie has stellar communication, responding promptly to text messages (my preferred choice of communication), and listens without judgement. Whether it's rate negotiations, shift preferences, or a general concern about the facility Natalie has never left me feeling unsupported. Additionally, dealing with Host Healthcare has been a seamless experience from compliance and onboarding.

Cons

Generally speaking, Host Healthcare doesn't always have the highest rate on the market. Having gone with competing agencies in the past, I have often been disappointed and unsupported and ultimately found it wasn't worth the small pay bump

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Nancy J

Mammography Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Natalie Dominguez on Feb 27, 2026

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Santa Cruz, CA

As a travel nurse in Santa Cruz, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Santa Cruz is higher than the national average due to the desirable beach town location.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 70-80°F, while winter lows can range from 40-50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the popular tourist destination.

Transportation

Santa Cruz is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and shuttles.

Demographics

Santa Cruz has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
It is a popular location for travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to natural beauty.

Things to Do

Santa Cruz offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor sports such as surfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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