Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $70 to $80 per hour in Soledad, CA

Physical Therapist Location: Soledad, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $70 to $80 per hour Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 27 Weeks Start Date: 5/25/2026 About the Position Physical Therapist Location: Soledad, California Contract Type: Contract Shift Type: Monday-Wednesday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (day) Hours per Week: 24 to 40 hours Requirements Roles & Responsibilities Evaluate and assess patient functional mobility and rehabilitation needs with evidence-based clinical reasoning Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve function Deliver hands-on manual therapy and therapeutic exercise interventions with clear goals and measurable outcomes Document clinical progress accurately and timely in the patient record and communicate updates to the care team Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and facility staff to coordinate safe, effective patient care in the correctional setting Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, fall prevention, and safe mobility strategies Maintain a safe therapeutic environment and follow facility security and compliance protocols Qualifications Active Physical Therapist license in California (required) Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program (DPT preferred) BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to start Comfort working within a correctional facility and able to pass required background checks/clearances Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills; prior experience in inpatient, outpatient, or correctional settings preferred Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a patient-centered approach