Physical Therapist Job in Sacramento, CA

Mercy General Hospital

Sacramento, CA

$2,388

per week

TherapyPhysical Therapist5x8 Days

Assignment Details

Duration
13 weeks
Start Date
11/17/2026
End Date
2/16/2027
Location
Sacramento, CA

About this role

ADEX Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 91-day travel assignment at an outpatient physical therapy and sports rehabilitation clinic in Sacramento, CA. This is a Monday through Friday position, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no on-call or weekend requirements.

Role Overview

You will provide direct patient care in an outpatient orthopedic setting, treating primarily adult and geriatric patients with some young adults and youth. You will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop individualized treatment programs, and deliver therapeutic interventions using evidence-based methodologies. Your responsibilities include:

  • Complete patient evaluations within 48 hours of initiation with appropriate goal-setting relative to prior level of function
  • Implement treatment plans and continuously assess their effectiveness, modifying goals and interventions as needed to ensure patient safety and progress
  • Provide comprehensive patient and family education using teaching methods appropriate to each patient's level of understanding
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Cerner, including treatment interventions, assessments, goal changes, billing, and productivity logs
  • Communicate and collaborate with the care team and physicians regarding treatment plans and patient status
  • Delegate to and supervise support staff and students in accordance with licensure and practice standards
  • Meet departmental productivity standards through strong time management

Assignment Details

  • Duration: 91 days
  • Start date: October 27, 2026
  • Shift: 5x8 days (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
  • Weekly pay: $2,417
  • Facility: Outpatient PT and sports rehab clinic

Requirements

  • Current California Physical Therapy license
  • BLS (American Heart Association) certification
  • Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's); holiday time off will be considered but is not guaranteed

If you are an orthopedic-focused physical therapist looking for a structured outpatient role without weekend or on-call commitments, this assignment offers stability and variety in a clinical setting.

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