Travel Physical Therapist Inpatient Rehab Job

Healthforce•Indio, CA

3d•$2,054 - $2,175•Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel temporary assignment for a Physical Therapist in an Inpatient Rehab setting located in Indio, California. The assignment is for 13 weeks, starting on 01/27/2027, with guaranteed 40 hours per week. The role involves day shifts in an outpatient rehabilitation setting that focuses on inpatient rehab-inspired care within a rehabilitation program. The position offers weekly pay ranging from $2,054 to $2,175 and the opportunity to enhance patient mobility, function, and strength in a collaborative clinical environment.

Requirements

Active Physical Therapist license in California (or eligibility to obtain/plan to test in the state of work).
Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (DPT).
Ability to work in an outpatient rehabilitation setting; proficient in EMR documentation and patient charting.
Knowledge of PT billing policies and ICD-10 coding; familiarity with Medicare, work comp, private pay, and related documentation.
Strong communication skills; ability to supervise PT Assistants and Aides; capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and supporting patient transfers; comply with HIPAA and OSHA policies.

Responsibilities

Implement patient rehabilitation programs to improve mobility, function, and strength; evaluate and treat patients within a rehab plan.
Utilize an Electronic Medical Record to complete evaluations, generate reports, and prepare discharge summaries for patient files.
Supervise PT Assistants and Aides, coordinating with physicians and other staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
Maintain patient privacy and HIPAA compliance; communicate with coworkers and other offices via phone, fax, and email.
Document accurately, manage follow-up on prescriptions and test results, and participate in scheduling coordination with front office staff.
Demonstrate independence in clinical decision-making and maintain current PT skills and certifications as necessary; assist with DX and ICD-10 coding for billing as appropriate.

Benefits

Travel assignment with guaranteed hours and a defined contract period
On-site clinical support and access to EMR systems for documentation
Compliance and privacy training with standard health system practices
Access to assignment-specific credentialing and onboarding resources
Direct engagement with a dedicated recruiter for support throughout the assignment
Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
24/7 support while you are on assignment
Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings