Physical Therapist - Outpatient
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 physical therapy experience, including experience within the last year.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.), Master’s degree (M.A. or M.S.), or Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degree.
• 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.
• Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings.
• Official transcripts or diplomas may be required if education verification is 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 necessary accommodations.
• Fit test for approved masks required within 1 year of start and renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal required)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Color vision exam required if applicable (in-person exam only).

Documentation and Orientation

• Must review and sign facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Code of Conduct and Overpayment Refund Policy (for current and future years as applicable)
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Vendor Training (required for contracts signed on or after 5/31/24 and 7/7/25)
• Complete TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, signed by candidate and healthcare provider (MD, PA, NP/APN, DO, or RN).
• Submit a clear, passport-style photo for badge (if applicable).
• Employment application must include a full 7 years of work history with no gaps, including city and state of each location.
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years, with explanations for any gaps over 30 days.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
• No floating or on-call shifts.
• No pay or bill rate information included.
• No facility or employer names included per instructions.

This summary provides the essential information for healthcare recruiters and physical therapists considering this travel contract opportunity.