Inpatient | Physical Therapist

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Inpatient Rehabilitation Contract in Novato, CA

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) needed for a 13-week inpatient rehabilitation contract in Novato, California. Provide meaningful care to adult and geriatric patients while helping them regain strength, mobility, and independence. Enjoy convenient access to the Bay Area, outdoor recreation, and Northern California amenities in scenic Marin County.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

• Location: Novato, California 94945
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,210–$2,370
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 30, 2026
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift; approximately 40 hours per week
• Shift: Day shift with variable scheduling based on census; typical hours include 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. or 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
• Weekend Coverage: Alternating weekends
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Charting System: Epic electronic medical record

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• Current California Physical Therapist license
• At least 2 years of physical therapy experience; inpatient rehabilitation or acute-care experience preferred
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Previous experience using Epic electronic medical records
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, organization, and care-planning skills
• Ability to work day shifts and participate in alternating weekend coverage
• First-time travel Physical Therapists are welcome to apply

Inpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Evaluate adult and geriatric patients and develop individualized physical therapy plans of care
• Provide inpatient rehabilitation treatment focused on mobility, strength, balance, gait, transfers, and functional independence
• Deliver care for patients with varied rehabilitation needs, including post-stroke recovery and orthopedic conditions such as total hip and total knee replacements
• Use appropriate equipment and safety techniques, including gait belts, hospital beds, specialty beds, and bed alarms
• Establish measurable short-term goals and monitor patient progress throughout the plan of care
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support safe discharge planning and transitions of care
• Document evaluations, interventions, outcomes, and discharge recommendations accurately in Epic

Apply now for this Travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Novato, California, and join an inpatient rehabilitation team serving adult and geriatric patients.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.