Job Opportunity – Physical Therapist, Acute Care – Orange, CA 92868
Start Date: August 25, 2026
Location: Orange, California
Schedule: Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts (8:00 AM - 6:30 PM), 40 hours per week. Daily caseload of approximately 10 patients. Minimum of 2 weekend shifts per month required. 13-week assignment with 40 hours of orientation.
Highlights:- Acute care inpatient physical therapy in a 426-bed Magnet-designated hospital
- Stroke-certified center with orthopedic-focused caseload; no wound care required
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including lift teams, rapid response, and specialty services
- Free parking and professional development opportunities
- Flexible block scheduling available per manager discretion
- First-time travelers welcome with appropriate experience
Requirements:- Minimum 3 years of physical therapy experience required
- Active California Physical Therapy license (must be in hand prior to start)
- Current BLS certification required
- Epic charting system experience required
- LA fire card within the last 30 days required
- Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
- Experience with acute care, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, and post-surgical rehabilitation preferred
- Community hospital, LTAC, or trauma center experience preferred
Why Join Us?This travel physical therapy position offers the opportunity to work in a prestigious Magnet hospital with a specialized stroke and orthopedic patient population. You'll gain valuable acute care experience while enjoying competitive compensation, comprehensive support services, and the flexibility of travel assignments. Requested time off must be submitted at the time of application to ensure proper scheduling coordination. Join a collaborative healthcare team committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes in a well-resourced environment.