Travel Physical Therapist in Oakland, CA

Oakland, California, offers an exciting blend of urban culture, vibrant arts, and scenic nature. As a travel professional working in this area, you’ll discover diverse neighborhoods from historic Berkeley to lively Alameda and experience the Bay Area’s energy and innovation. Enjoy opportunities to enhance your skills by working in a hospital environment serving varied patient populations and collaborating with passionate colleagues who bring unique perspectives to patient care.

This travel assignment gives you the chance to expand your professional portfolio by adapting to different operational styles and broadening your clinical expertise in physical therapy. On your days off, embrace the Bay Area lifestyle—whether it’s exploring local food scenes, hiking in the redwoods, or enjoying live music and cultural festivals.

Schedule/Hours:

• 36 hours guaranteed if productivity meets facility requirements (27 points/week)
• Occasional weekend coverage may be needed
• Flexibility for travel throughout assigned counties and potential additional areas

Key Qualifications:

• Active California Physical Therapy license
• Current BLS certification
• Valid Driver’s License, auto insurance, and vehicle registration
• Up-to-date on required health screenings and immunizations (TB, MMR, Varicella, HepB, TDap within 10 years, Flu)
• Ability to handle diverse patient cases, including Covid+ and Covid PUI, in a hospital-based setting

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations, routine visits, and discharge assessments in accordance with hospital protocols
• Complete documentation and patient communications within required time frames
• Travel to patient locations across assigned territories, possibly extending outside these areas as needed
• Maintain productivity standards based on a point system for visit types
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide quality patient-centered therapy

Benefits & Travel Perks:

• Tax-advantaged stipends for housing and meals
• Travel assistance throughout your assignment
• Access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, and comprehensive job security
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and grow your clinical knowledge
• Premium compensation tailored for travel therapists

Broaden your horizons professionally and personally in one of California’s most dynamic regions. Apply today to take the next step in your travel physical therapy career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.06 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.