Physical Therapist in Sacramento, California
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,068/Per Week
- Profession
- Physical Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.44
- Weekly
- $2,068
- Yearly (full-time)
- $107,536
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.44/hour — 4% 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, 36 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
- 455 open Physical Therapist jobs in California from 8 agencies, 15 of them in Sacramento.
- 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).
- Highest median pay: TLC Nursing & Allied ($69.92/hour across 59 jobs).
Job description
Join this 13-week travel contract as an outpatient Physical Therapist at Mercy PT & Sports Rehab in Sacramento, CA. This role offers the opportunity to work in an offsite outpatient clinic specializing in orthopedic therapy, primarily focusing on young adults and sports-related injuries. You'll enjoy consistent weekday hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no weekend or call commitments. Throughout this assignment, you'll evaluate patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and guide them through effective therapeutic interventions. Your expertise will help patients restore function, improve mobility, and regain confidence in their movement, making a genuine difference in their lives in a collaborative team setting.
Weather:
The weather around Sacramento this time of year tends to be pleasantly mild, with warm days and cooler evenings, creating a comfortable atmosphere for outdoor activities and exploration.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Sacramento Zoo and enjoy a day exploring diverse animal exhibits.
- Take a day trip to Lake Tahoe for scenic views and outdoor recreation like hiking and kayaking.
- Explore Old Sacramento with its historic buildings, shops, and riverside dining.
- Plan a trip to Napa Valley Wine Country for wine tasting and vineyard tours.
- Spend a day at California’s Great America amusement park for family-friendly fun.
Job Specifics:
Location: Sacramento, CA
Shift: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
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