Contract Travel Physical Therapist (PT) — Salinas, CA (14-week)

Ref: C-PT-9059364

Type: Contract/Travel
Location: Salinas, CA
Start: ASAP
Duration: 14 weeks
Schedule: Sun–Sat, 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
Rate: TBD

Minimum requirements:

• Valid, active Physical Therapy state license.
• CPR and BLS certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross (with AED).

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical assessments, review medical history, and collaborate with the care team to determine patient needs.
• Create and implement individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable rehabilitation goals.
• Design and supervise therapeutic exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, coordination, and functional mobility.
• Use manual therapy techniques (joint mobilization, soft tissue work, manual stretching) to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Apply therapeutic modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold) as indicated to manage pain, inflammation, and tissue healing.
• Instruct and fit patients on assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs) and train safe use.
• Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, body mechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Develop and implement pain management strategies using exercise, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Facilitate post-operative and post-injury recovery to maximize independence and quality of life.
• Monitor, document, and modify patient progress and treatment plans; maintain accurate clinical records and progress notes.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Provide individualized home exercise programs to support ongoing recovery.
• Adhere to legal, ethical, and confidentiality standards; obtain informed consent.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and provide care responsive to diverse patient populations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.