Travel Physical Therapist, Acute Care

Company: Jackson Therapy Partners
Location: Susanville
Posted on: April 6, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Susanville, California. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Physical Therapist - Discipline: Therapy - Start Date: 04/27/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Susanville, CA at a hospital setting where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will connect with you with more details. /n /n Minimum Requirements /n - Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral) approved by the APTA. - Current Physical Therapy license in the State of California required prior to the start of assignment. - BLS certification required. - Demonstrated clinical competency in evaluation, plan of care development, implementation of skilled interventions, and documentation consistent with hospital standards. - Experience working in an acute care hospital environment preferred. - Ability to perform direct patient care tasks including transfers and mobility assistance; may be required to lift up to 75 pounds. - Proficiency with electronic medical records and common office equipment required. - Must be able to demonstrate supervision and delegation experience for PTAs, therapy technicians, or students; experience in training or orientation preferred. - Vendors: Candidate must be aware of all requirements noted in Additional Comments and Varied Work Schedule Details prior to applying. (Preferred item: follow facility-specific onboarding/process expectations.) /n /n Assignment Details /n - Facility Type: Hospital. - Shift: Days. - Shift Hours: 0700-1800. - Duration: 13 week travel assignment. - Start Window: April–July (start within listed assignment window). /n /n Location Highlights /n /n Susanville offers access to outdoor recreation and easy proximity to regional natural areas. Susan River runs through the city and the Lassen National Forest is approximately 20–30 miles southwest, providing hiking and camping opportunities. The city is near the Lassen Volcanic National Park gateway, about a 45–60 minute drive, offering volcanic landscapes and lakes for boating and fishing. The area features a small-town, rural lifestyle with local hunting, horseback riding, and winter sports within commuting distance. Susanville is roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive to the Reno metropolitan area, providing additional cultural attractions, dining, and regional airport access. The community suits clinicians seeking an outdoors-focused, quieter assignment with straightforward commutes to nearby trailheads and park entrances. /n /n Impacting Patient Care Nationwide /n Join this travel Physical Therapist opportunity to support acute care patients while experiencing a new region. A recruiter will follow up with details and next steps. Thank you for your time and responsiveness. /n /n EEO Statement /n Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates. Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID 439111. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Jackson Therapy Partners Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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