Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Northridge, California.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with 1+ years of acute care experience for a Level II trauma hospital setting.
Details\n
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- Acute care setting within a Level II trauma hospital, part of a combined PT, OT, and Speech unit
- May be assigned to outpatient, inpatient, and/or rehab areas depending on facility need
- Inpatient caseload includes ortho, post-surgical, neuro, trauma, cardiac, and medsurg diagnoses (excludes NICU, pediatrics, PICU, ER, and ICU)
- Outpatient caseload focuses on ortho and neuro diagnoses
- Patient load varies by area: up to 9 patients per day outpatient, up to 13 per day inpatient, rehab caseload varies
- 8-hour day shifts, typically Sunday-Thursday, though schedule may vary (e.g. Wed-Sun or Thu-Mon)
- Supported by rehab aides/OTA/PTA, typically 2 per shift
- Weekend requirements vary by assignment and will be specified upon placement
- May be required to float to other assigned areas
- Uses Cerner PowerChart for documentation
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Requirements\n
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- Active PT license required for the state of practice; license required if applicable
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of experience required; travel and trauma experience preferred
- Inpatient clinical experience may be considered in lieu of full year of experience
- Experience with bedside swallow studies preferred for those working with Speech patients
- Must be comfortable working across ortho, neuro, trauma, and post-surgical patient populations
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Additional Information\n
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- Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients across assigned inpatient, outpatient, or rehab areas
- Facility provides 24/7 pharmacy access
- Floor-specific orientation lasts approximately 1.5 days, including Cerner training as needed
- Holiday coverage is not required
- Uniform requirement includes maroon polo shirt, dark colored pants, closed-toed shoes, with optional lab coat
- Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment
- Open to first-time travelers with inpatient clinical experience
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American Traveler Job ID #P-775884. 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: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital
About American Traveler\n \n
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
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With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
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American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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