Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,895 to $3,095 per week in Los Angeles, CA

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Los Angeles, CA, where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a major metropolitan area. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Bachelor’s/Master’s in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active California physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience treating outpatient orthopedic injuries in a clinic setting is required.
• Experience working as a physical therapist within an outpatient facility or orthopedic clinic preferred.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday daytime schedule with standard clinic documentation and electronic medical record use.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Pattern: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch.
• Duration: 13-week assignment.
• Positions Available: 1.
• Clinical Focus: Outpatient orthopedics treating musculoskeletal injuries in collaboration with a multidisciplinary therapy team.

Location Highlights

Los Angeles offers an urban, coastal lifestyle with expansive recreational and cultural options. The city provides access to Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach within a 30–45 minute drive from central neighborhoods, and Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory are typically within a 20–40 minute commute depending on traffic. Los Angeles features world-class museums such as the Getty Center and LACMA, both within 15–30 miles of major employment centers, and offers direct access to Angeles National Forest for hiking and outdoor recreation about 20–60 miles northeast. The region supports varied transit options including Metro Rail lines and extensive bus networks, and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is generally 20–40 minutes from many city locations by car. The area suits clinicians seeking an active urban lifestyle with coastal and mountain access for weekend exploration.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, paid housing availability, travel and license reimbursement, and 24/7 recruiter support. These benefits are designed to support clinicians on assignment from day one.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT and gain professional growth and schedule stability while working in diverse outpatient settings. Opportunities include contract, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire arrangements. A recruiter will provide specific contract details upon contact.

EEO Statement

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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all clinicians.