VitalHire is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Apple Valley, California.
Compensation:
Estimated Taxable Weekly Pay: $1154.69
Estimated Non-Taxable Weekly Pay: $1200
Estimated Total Weekly Pay: $2354
Opportunity:
PT - Physical Therapist
Job Details:
• Work 5x8 Monday-Friday schedule from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
• Outpatient pediatric physical therapist position specializing in infant and pediatric populations
• Minimum 1 year of experience required, first-timers accepted
• No on-call or floating requirements
• Daily patient load of 7 patients with productivity standards of 7-8 patients per hour
• Must be independent with assessments, particularly proficient with PDMS-2
• Treat pediatric patients with developmental delays, torticollis, cerebral palsy, and orthopedic injuries
• May float to acute hospital if outpatient census is low - acute care experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS and active California PT license (no temporary licenses accepted)
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• Guaranteed hours with facility allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Epic charting system experience preferred
• Complete pre-start modules averaging 16 hours (non-billable)
• Must provide 2 supervisory references covering 1 year within last 3 years
Facility:
This 212-bed acute care hospital features a small, hospital-based, full-service outpatient clinic offering physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services. The facility specializes in pediatric care and maintains high standards for independent practice, requiring therapists to be proficient in medical-based physical therapy services. The organization provides comprehensive support services and modern equipment to ensure quality patient care across all age groups.
Location:
Apple Valley, CA
Apple Valley offers a charming desert community in Southern California with beautiful mountain views and year-round sunshine, providing an excellent quality of life with affordable living costs compared to larger metropolitan areas. The location provides easy access to outdoor recreation opportunities and is conveniently positioned between Los Angeles and Las Vegas for weekend getaways.
VitalHire Job ID #56578228. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
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