Travel
Physical Therapist Assistant
Redding, CA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Position Overview
The facility's rehabilitation department is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for a 13-week contract. You'll deliver direct patient care across a busy acute care rehabilitation unit serving a diverse patient population.
Shift & Schedule
- 4 ten-hour shifts per week, 7 AM – 5:30 PM
- Every other weekend rotation (potential for every third weekend)
- No floating between units
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week
- 8 hours of floor-specific orientation
Clinical Scope
You'll work with patients recovering from cardiac events, stroke, orthopedic procedures, neurological conditions, and medical-surgical issues. The facility is stroke certified. Low-volume pediatric and neonatal cases exist but are not required for travel clinicians.
Requirements
- California Physical Therapist Assistant license
- BLS Certification
- Minimum 2 years experience in specialty
- Minimum 1 year acute care hospital experience
- COVID vaccination required
- Open to first-time travelers
Staffing & Support
- PT team leader on-site when manager is unavailable
- Manager available Monday–Friday
- Physical therapy aides available (1–2 per shift depending on day)
- Respiratory therapy and pharmacy coverage 24/7
- Hospitalist in-house 24/7
Dress Code
Burgundy polo or button-down long-sleeve shirt (provided), dark solid pants. No scrubs.