Outpatient Physical Therapist
Lakeport, California
Sutter Lakeside Hospital

Physical Therapist - Outpatient (Travel/Contract)

Location: Lakeport, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide physical therapy services primarily in an outpatient setting.
• Plan and implement individualized treatment programs based on physical therapy principles and practices.
• Serve as a resource and provide structured educational opportunities within the facility in your area of specialization.
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (5 days x 8 hours), no floating or on-call duties.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in California.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, including experience within the last year.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including Social Security trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC sanctions, and Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks as applicable.
• Education verification of highest level achieved is required (not required if highest education is high school).
• Official transcripts/diplomas may be required if verification attempts are unsuccessful.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work and any work restrictions documented.
• TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually, with negative TB test or chest x-ray as required.
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Respiratory safety clearance prior to start, renewed annually (exceptions apply).

Documentation and Verification

• Must provide full 7 years of work history with no gaps, including city and state of employment.
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Two professional references required within 3 years for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates.
• Primary source license verification within 30 days of start.
• NURSYS verification required within 30 days for applicable licenses.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually.

Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC.
• Other certifications may be required based on position but are not specified for this role.

Additional Notes

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents prior to start, including standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation.
• Religious exemptions for facial hair and certain vaccines may be requested but require approval and specific documentation.
• Candidates with positive immunization contraindications may be considered for medical or religious exemptions with proper documentation.
• No floating or on-call shifts required.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Physical Therapist outpatient travel contract position in California.