Travel Physical Therapist Job in Salinas, CA | Days (5x8)
Salinas Valley Post Acute
Salinas, CA
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Physical Therapy in Salinas, CA
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$2,600
Specialty
Physical Therapy
Travel · Allied
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
08/31
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Physical Therapist job in Salinas, CA with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Physical Therapist contract at Salinas Valley Post Acute. This role pays $2,600 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Salinas Valley Post Acute
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Location: Salinas, CA 93901 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Days (5x8)
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients and establish individualized treatment plans and functional goals
- Deliver therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and gait and mobility training across a varied caseload
- Reassess progress and adjust each plan of care to keep patients advancing toward their goals
- Direct and collaborate with Physical Therapist Assistants and the interdisciplinary care team
Travel Physical Therapy Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent Physical Therapy experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by California and national regulatory bodies.
Salinas Valley Post Acute — Salinas, CA
Salinas, CA
Salinas Valley Post Acute is a skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation facility in Salinas, serving Monterey County with in-house therapy for patients recovering from surgery, illness, and complex medical conditions.
- Short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing, with in-house PT, OT, and speech therapy Read More
- Caseload spanning orthopedic and joint-replacement recovery, cardiac rehab, and neurologic rehabilitation
- Physiatrist-led (PM&R) model coordinating therapy, nursing, and social services toward discharge-to-home goals
- Specialized wound care and tracheostomy/complex-medical management on site
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FAQs – Travel Physical Therapy Jobs Near Salinas, CA
What settings are available for travel PT assignments?
Travel PT assignments can include acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient therapy, home health, and schools.
The day-to-day work varies by setting, from mobility and discharge planning in hospitals to outpatient treatment plans, home-based visits, or school-based services. A recruiter can confirm the setting and caseload for this position.
Is Salinas a good location for travel Physical Therapy jobs?
Yes. Salinas is often a strong market for travel Physical Therapy 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 jobs near Salinas, California?
Explore the similar jobs section to compare additional travel Physical Therapy 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 jobs fill in Salinas, California?
Travel Physical Therapy 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 jobs?
In most cases, travel Physical Therapy 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.
Will my PT Compact privilege work for this California contract?
No—California is not a PT Compact member, so compact privileges aren't available here; a travel physical therapist applies for a California PT license by endorsement, completing the CAL-JAM jurisprudence assessment and fingerprinting. Eligible applicants may practice under supervised Physical Therapist License Applicant (PTLA) status only after the Board grants that status; PTLA is applicant status, not a license. Visit the Physical Therapy Board of California for current requirements and application steps.
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.
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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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Travel Physical Therapy · Salinas, CA · $2,600 /wk