Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job in Salinas, CA | Days (5x8)

Salinas Valley Post Acute Salinas, CA
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Physical Therapy Assistant in Salinas, CA
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$1,844
Specialty
Physical Therapy Assistant
Travel · Allied
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
08/31
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Physical Therapy Assistant job in Salinas, CA with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Physical Therapy Assistant contract at Salinas Valley Post Acute. This role pays $1,844 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

In this travel Physical Therapy Assistant job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Physical Therapy Assistant job in Salinas, CA and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Salinas Valley Post Acute
  • Location: Salinas, CA 93901
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (5x8)

Responsibilities

  • Deliver hands-on treatment under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist, following each patient's established plan of care
  • Guide patients through therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and functional mobility activities
  • Progress interventions within the established plan of care as patients advance, as directed by the supervising therapist
  • Monitor patient response during treatment and report progress and concerns to the supervising therapist

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Physical Therapy Assistant experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by California and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs Near Salinas, CA

Is Salinas a good location for travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs?
Yes. Salinas is often a strong market for travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs due to consistent healthcare demand, a mix of hospital and outpatient settings, and competitive weekly pay packages. Many travelers choose Salinas for its balance of career growth and lifestyle perks.
Where can I find other travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs near Salinas, California?

Explore the similar jobs section to compare additional travel Physical Therapy Assistant assignments. Travel jobs are sorted by distance from Salinas, making it easy to view other nearby available opportunities.

You can submit an “I’m Interested” request for each job that matches your preferences. Expressing interest in multiple jobs can give you more options.

How quickly do travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs fill in Salinas, California?
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Salinas can be competitive, especially in high-demand specialties or desirable locations. Openings often move quickly once candidates are submitted, so having your profile ready and applying when you see a strong match can improve your chances of landing the assignment you want.
How many years of experience are required for travel Physical Therapy Assistant jobs?
In most cases, travel Physical Therapy Assistant roles require two or more years of recent specialty experience. Exact expectations may vary by facility, but meeting that benchmark opens the door to a wide range of assignments. At Advantis Medical, your recruiter works with you to find opportunities that align with your background, comfort level, and career goals.
What setting and caseload can travel therapists expect at Salinas Valley Post Acute in Salinas?
Serving Monterey County, Salinas Valley Post Acute is a skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation facility with in-house PT, OT, and speech therapy for patients recovering from surgery, illness, and complex medical conditions.
Which patients will therapy travelers work with at Salinas Valley Post Acute?
The caseload spans orthopedic and joint-replacement recovery, cardiac rehab, and neurologic rehabilitation, under a physiatrist-led (PM&R) model coordinating therapy, nursing, and social services toward discharge home.
What complex-care needs does Salinas Valley handle?
Specialized wound care and tracheostomy and complex-medical management are handled on site.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Explore Salinas, CA

The valleys around Salinas, long called the Salad Bowl of the World, set the rhythm of clinical work in this part of the Central Coast. The city acts as a hub for a broad regional population, with Salinas Valley Health Medical Center and the county's Natividad leading care and drawing a regular flow of allied travelers. Visiting clinicians often step into diagnostic labs and outpatient physical-therapy clinics that keep essential local services running. Contracts here sit near the vineyards of neighboring Monterey and the region's dining, and direct highway routes open easy commuting to San Jose and San Francisco on off days. For traveling allied staff, Salinas covers a productive stretch of Monterey County without the coast's higher cost.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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