Travel Physical Therapist -
Location: California Facility Type: Critical Access Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility Start Date: ASAP Length of Assignment: 13-week Contract (Client will also consider Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM No weekends, no on-call, no holidays. State License needed: CA PT license required, BLS certification required Pay: $2550 - $2700 /week
Job Description Overview
Medix is partnering with a Critical Access Hospital and its affiliated Skilled Nursing Facility in a rural community to find an experienced and flexible Physical Therapist for a travel assignment. The need for this position is due to current travelers rolling off. This role requires a versatile clinician who is comfortable providing physical therapy services across all areas of the small facility, ensuring continuous quality care for their diverse, but generally lower-acuity, patient base.
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will provide comprehensive services to patients within the Outpatient department, the hospital (acute care/rehab), and the Skilled Nursing Facility, performing duties that include, but are not limited to:
- Provide direct patient care, including evaluation, treatment planning, and implementation of physical therapy interventions across outpatient, inpatient, and SNF settings.
- Manage a varied caseload, focusing on common orthopedic conditions (e.g., shoulders, wrists) and general rehabilitation needs. The facility does not typically treat highly acute patients.
- Perform therapy utilizing various modalities, therapeutic exercises, soft tissue mobilization, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, orthotic/prosthetic training, and taping.
- Collaborate with the SNF team on restorative program development, as desired.
- Document all patient care services accurately and timely in the EMR.
- Maintain flexibility and adapt quickly to shifting needs and priorities across the different facility units (Hospital, Outpatient, SNF).
- Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, displaying strong team player attributes.
- Adhere strictly to all state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy practice and patient care.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent from an accredited physical therapy program.
- Active and unrestricted California (CA) Physical Therapist license.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Demonstrated experience in Outpatient Physical Therapy.
- Comfortable and flexible working across multiple settings: outpatient, acute care/rehab, and skilled nursing facilities.
- Strong team player attitude.
- Ability to perform a full range of physical therapy treatments including modalities, therapeutic exercise, and manual techniques.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Minimum of five years of professional experience as a Physical Therapist is preferred, but flexible.
- Experience in restorative program development within a skilled facility.
Medix Benefits for Travel Clinicians
As a valued Medix travel clinician, you are eligible for the following benefits:
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
