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Hospital | Physical Therapist

GHR HealthcareFresno, CATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Fresno, CA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Physical Therapist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 5, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$51.63
Weekly
$2,065
Yearly (full-time)
$107,380
Contract length
13 weeks

This job pays about $51.63/hour — 14% below the median for Physical Therapist jobs in California ($59.71/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Physical Therapist jobs in California right now

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  • Pay in these listings: $31.29 – $121/hour, median $49.77/hour.
  • Typical Physical Therapist pay in California: $59.71/hour ($124,197/year, BLS).
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Job description

Travel Physical Therapist Jobs – Inpatient Acute Care in Fresno, California

Join a collaborative hospital rehabilitation team as an inpatient acute care Physical Therapist in Fresno, California. This 13-week travel physical therapy assignment offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through evidence-based treatment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care in a welcoming Central Valley community.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

  • Location: Fresno, California
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,990–$2,140
  • Assignment Dates: October 25, 2026 – January 23, 2027
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks
  • Healthcare Setting: Inpatient acute care hospital physical therapy
  • Schedule: 40 hours per week
  • Shift Duration: 8-hour day shifts
  • Typical Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with one 10:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. shift per week
  • Additional Coverage: One weekend per month and one holiday during the assignment
  • Electronic Medical Record: Epic experience preferred

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

  • Active California Physical Therapist license
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • At least 1 year of Physical Therapist experience in an inpatient acute care setting
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with nurses, physicians, case managers, and other interdisciplinary care team members
  • Epic documentation experience preferred

Inpatient Acute Care Physical Therapist Responsibilities

  • Evaluate hospital patients and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
  • Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence
  • Educate patients and caregivers on mobility techniques, exercise programs, safety precautions, and discharge recommendations
  • Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support safe and effective patient outcomes
  • Document physical therapy evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, and discharge planning accurately and promptly
  • Adjust treatment plans based on patient response, clinical status, and functional progress
  • Follow hospital policies, clinical standards, and applicable patient safety practices

Why Work in Fresno, California?

Fresno offers an appealing Central California lifestyle with abundant sunshine, a diverse food scene, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy nearby parks, agricultural landscapes, and easy trips to the Sierra Nevada, including Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Apply now to advance your physical therapy career with this inpatient acute care travel assignment in Fresno, California.

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity

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