Job Description
Overview
Physical Therapist – Inpatient Rehab, located in Indio, California, is a travel temporary assignment starting 01/27/2027 for 13 weeks with guaranteed 40 hours per week. The role offers day shifts in an outpatient rehabilitation setting focused on inpatient rehab-inspired care within a rehabilitation program. Weekly pay ranges from $2,054 to $2,175, with the opportunity to contribute to patient mobility, function, and strength in a collaborative clinical environment.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,054–$2,175 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Start date: 01/27/2027
- Setting: Outpatient rehabilitation environment
- Travel assignment
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.
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.
Benefits and Support
- 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
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work, Day shift