Travel Contract

Physical Therapist - Post Acute
Sacramento, CA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,295/week
Posted 6 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date09/29/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,295/week

Description

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.


Job Title

Physical Therapist (PT)

Location

Sacramento, CA | Skilled Nursing Facility / Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 8-Hour Shifts | Every Other Weekend | Inpatient Only

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide physical therapy services primarily within a skilled nursing facility setting, with the ability to float to an inpatient acute care hospital as needed
  • Treat approximately 8–9 post-acute patients per day across assigned stations (A, B, C, and D)
  • Manage a caseload including patients with total joint replacements (TKA, THA), CVA/stroke, COPD, pneumonia, deconditioning, and balance difficulties associated with general medical conditions
  • Work independently to perform patient evaluations, treatment planning, and transfers
  • Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care
  • Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR

Required Qualifications

  • Active California Physical Therapist (PT) license
  • AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Ability to work independently and perform patient transfers
  • Strong communication skills and ability to function effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Experience in a skilled nursing facility setting strongly preferred; acute care experience also considered
  • New graduates with a minimum of 6 months of experience in skilled nursing or acute care will be considered
  • Familiarity with geriatric, orthopedic, and neurological patient populations
  • Prior experience with Cerner EMR

Why Join Us

  • Gain diverse clinical experience across both skilled nursing and inpatient acute care environments within the same placement
  • Work with a broad patient population including ortho, neuro, and geriatric cases in a structured, team-oriented setting

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #777127. 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: Therapy - Physical Therapist

Employer

Concentric Healthcare Staffing

About

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.


The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.


Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.


Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others

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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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