Physical Therapist (PT) - Correctional Facility - $80/hr - Vacaville, CA
About The Position
AvaMed Workforce is hiring a Physical Therapist for a contract assignment at a correctional facility in Vacaville, California. The assignment runs from November 30, 2026 through June 28, 2027, at a pay rate of $80 per hour. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute meal period. Two weeks of orientation are required. The Physical Therapist evaluates rehabilitation needs, develops individualized plans, provides therapeutic interventions, monitors patient progress, and documents care. The role requires following facility infection-control, safety, custody, and security procedures while delivering care in a correctional setting.
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.
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