Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,526 to $2,726 per week in Bakersfield, CA

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from accredited schools approved by the APTA
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
• Experience treating orthopedic cases including back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and post-operative patients
• Ability to manage a daily patient volume of 13-15 visits

Assignment Details

• Expected patient population includes general orthopedic and post-operative cases
• Some patients may be Punjabi-speaking or Spanish-speaking

Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & License Reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights

Bakersfield offers access to outdoor recreation and regional travel options in California's southern Central Valley. The Kern River Parkway Trail and Panorama Vista Preserve provide local running, biking, and nature access, while Sequoia National Forest is within driving distance for mountain hiking and camping. Downtown Bakersfield includes the Fox Theater and the Kern County Museum, and the city is known for Basque dining and its country music history tied to the Buck Owens' Crystal Palace. Bakersfield also offers access to Highway 99 and Interstate 5, with Los Angeles reachable by road for additional coastal, cultural, and airport connections.

EEO Statement

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.