Physical Therapist - Acute Rehab Unit
San Leandro, California
San Leandro Hospital

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital (Travel/Contract)

Location: San Leandro, California
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position covers the Acute Rehab Unit (ARU) at a hospital.
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, with rotation to cover Saturdays twice a month. When working Saturday, a weekday off is given.
• May be required to cover at least one other unit depending on census or need.
• No on-call responsibilities.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Previous experience in Acute Rehab Unit or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is desirable.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty (Therapy/Rehabilitation).
• Licensure: California Occupational Therapist (CA OT) license required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (photo ID, color).
• Background checks including criminal, sanction, and exclusion screenings within 90 days prior to start.
• Education verification confirming minimum required education.
• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, NP, or APRN confirming good health and ability to perform job duties.
• Fit mask test within 90 days of start (specific mask types required).
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or signed declination).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray updated annually.
  • Proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers.
  • Hepatitis B positive titer or declination.
  • Varicella vaccinations or positive titer.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or declination (masking required during flu season).
• Drug screening: Oral saliva drug screen within 30 days of start (specific analytes required).
• Competency exams and orientation safety manual acknowledgment required.
• Photo for badge (passport style, no filters).
• Employment history verification for past 3 years and current resume including last 7 years of employment.

Additional Notes

• No annual renewal required for background checks by client, but agency-specific updates may apply.
• Competencies and new employee orientation modules must be completed by the first day of contract.
• If returning after 6 months or more away from the system, new competencies and orientation required.
• Masking required during flu season regardless of vaccination status.

This role is ideal for a Physical Therapist with acute rehab experience seeking a travel contract in California with a structured schedule and interdisciplinary team environment.