Physical Therapist (PT) - Correctional Facility - $80/hr - Lancaster, CA

AvaMed Workforce • Lancaster, CA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

AvaMed Workforce is hiring a Physical Therapist for a contract assignment at a correctional facility in Lancaster, California. The assignment runs from December 28, 2026 through July 4, 2027, with pay of $80 per hour. The structured shift is 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM with a 30-minute meal break. The order calls for coverage on Thursdays and Fridays, and two weeks of orientation are required.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients’ physical therapy needs, develop individualized rehabilitation plans within the PT scope of practice, provide therapeutic interventions, monitor progress, document care, and coordinate with the healthcare team. Care must be delivered in accordance with the facility’s infection-control, safety, custody, and security procedures.

Requirements

• Active California Physical Therapist license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Current BLS certification.
• Background check and facility security clearance.
• TB screening, immunizations, and facility health-clearance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Correctional or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate physical therapy needs and develop individualized rehabilitation plans within the PT scope of practice.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and monitor patient progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment, and progress, and coordinate care with the healthcare team.
• Follow facility infection-control, safety, custody, and security procedures while providing care in a correctional setting.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed