Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant – Rehabilitation

Facility Overview

The facility's rehabilitation department provides comprehensive care across physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. You'll work with patients recovering from cardiac events, stroke, orthopedic surgery, neurological conditions, and general medical-surgical issues. The department also serves a low-volume pediatric population and neonatal ICU; travel staff are not required to have pediatric or NICU experience.

Schedule & Staffing

• Shift: Four 10-hour day shifts (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
• Days Off: Every third weekend (potential for every other weekend)
• Holidays: Integrated into permanent staff rotation
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 per week
• No floating — you'll remain on the rehab unit

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in physical therapy
• At least 1 year of acute care hospital experience
• Current BLS certification
• COVID vaccination required
• California PT Assistant license
• Open to first-time travelers

What to Expect

You'll receive 8 hours of floor-specific orientation. A team leader is available when the manager is off-site. Hospitalists, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy are available 24/7. The hospital maintains a 24/7 staffing model for PT services across all seven days.

Dress Code

Burgundy polo or button-down long-sleeve shirt (provided if desired), dark solid pants. No traditional scrubs.