Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Acute Care / Rehab Services

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Acute Care / Rehab Services Merced, California Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (March 2, 2026 – June 1, 2026) Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,218.75 Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8 Hours (9:30 AM – 6:00 PM) | 40 Hours Guaranteed Position Overview Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for an acute care hospital setting in Merced, CA. The Physical Therapist will provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients across multiple inpatient units. This role focuses on improving mobility, restoring function, and supporting recovery through individualized, evidence-based therapy interventions. The therapist will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a dynamic hospital environment and may support inpatient services with occasional exposure to outpatient settings. Facility Information Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital Total Beds: 189 Average Census: ~150 patients Charting System: Cerner (upgraded version) Dress Code: Burgundy polo/long sleeve shirt with black pants Clinical Coverage Areas Therapists will provide care for patients in: ICU (20 beds) Telemetry (34 beds) Medical and surgical units Orthopedic and neurological cases Pulmonary and medically complex patients Key Responsibilities Perform patient evaluations and functional mobility assessments Develop individualized rehabilitation treatment plans Deliver therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and early mobility interventions Support early mobility programs including vent mobility (Level 2) Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation (Cerner) Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams Educate patients and families on recovery and discharge planning Assist in care coordination across inpatient units Required Qualifications Active California Physical Therapist License BLS Certification (AHA) Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience Strong clinical and documentation skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in acute care hospital settings Experience with early mobility programs Familiarity with Cerner EMR Scheduling & Assignment Details 40 hours guaranteed per week Monday – Friday schedule Shift: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM Optional 10-hour shifts may be considered Weekend scheduling structure may include split schedules if required Important Notes Floating may be required within inpatient services Strong collaboration with PT, OT, and Speech Therapy teams Exposure to diverse patient populations from pediatrics (OP) to geriatrics (IP) Facility is stroke-certified (NIH certified) and supports advanced rehab programs Hospital includes early mobility programs and specialized rehab services Located near major travel destinations (Yosemite, Monterey Bay, San Francisco, Sierra Nevada) Compliance Requirements Candidates must complete all onboarding and compliance requirements including: Active state licensure verification BLS certification Skills checklist and competency validation Orientation and facility onboarding Why Consider This Assignment Competitive weekly compensation Work in a large, multidisciplinary hospital setting Exposure to diverse and complex patient populations Opportunity to gain experience in advanced mobility programs Ideal location with access to major California travel destinations