Travel Physical Therapist Job
2 days ago
Oakland
Job DescriptionEmbark on a transformative journey as a Physical Therapist in Oakland, California, where your clinical expertise can restore mobility, enhance independence, and uplift lives—one patient at a time. This several-week engagement starts on 11/18/2025, offering a robust platform for impact, collaboration, and growth within the Physical Therapy specialty. You’ll apply solid clinical judgment to plan and carry out rehabilitation programs, support patients as they regain daily function, and contribute to a team that values both your skill and your compassion. Envision expanding your practice in a setting that respects your goals while you experience the beauty and opportunity that California offers—from sparkling coastal vistas to vibrant urban life. Oakland blends urban energy with natural beauty, presenting an ideal backdrop for meaningful work. The city’s diverse communities, waterfront parks, hills, and easy access to the broader Bay Area create an engaging living and working environment. When you’re not shaping outcomes for patients, you can explore a rich culinary scene, cultural events, and easy weekend getaways to San Francisco, Napa Valley, or the redwoods. For those who love to explore, this role opens doors to assignments at various locations across the United States, delivering a wide range of clinical settings—academic centers, community hospitals, and outpatient clinics—each offering unique patient populations and professional growth. The experience in Oakland can be complemented by occasional previews of other regions, broadening your clinical perspective while you deepen your specialty. In this Physical Therapist role, you’ll perform comprehensive patient evaluations, develop and implement individualized therapy plans, and oversee gait and balance training, pain management, mobility restoration, and functional conditioning. You’ll document progress, adjust plans based on outcomes, and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other rehab professionals to coordinate care that accelerates recovery and maximizes independence. The position supports ongoing professional growth through mentorship, continuing education resources, and opportunities to deepen expertise within your specialty. You’ll benefit from a competitive compensation package with a weekly pay range of $2,958 to $3,109, guaranteed 40 hours per week, and a contract duration of several weeks with potential extension. We also provide housing assistance or a stipend and a sign-on bonus to help you settle into the assignment. The company emphasizes robust support, including 24/7 assistance while you travel with the team, ensuring you have the resources you need on-site, in transit, or during a new city rollout. Our approach centers on empowering our staff to own their career trajectory within a warm, collaborative, and respectful workplace. You’ll find a culture that rewards clinical excellence, supports initiative, and enables ongoing professional development at every stage. From a thorough orientation to continuous coaching and access to advanced clinical tools, our environment is designed to accelerate your growth while promoting balance and well-being. We believe that therapists who feel valued and heard deliver the best patient outcomes, creating a ripple effect of positive impact across the communities you serve. Are you ready to seize this opportunity and join a company that prioritizes your contribution and development? Apply now to begin a journey that blends expert PT practice with stability, exploration, and meaningful community impact. If California’s energy and the chance to broaden your horizons through diverse assignments appeal to you, this role is a perfect fit. Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. TLC Nursing is a nationwide healthcare staffing agency that provides high-quality, dependable healthcare professionals to hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home health organizations across the United States. Built on the values of trust, reliability, integrity, and exceptional patient care, TLC Nursing has become a preferred partner for facilities looking for consistent and compassionate clinical support. We place Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Allied Health professionals, Travel Healthcare Workers, and more. Through a people-first approach and deep industry expertise, we match the right clinicians to the right opportunities while supporting them throughout their entire assignment. Shift Shield – Industry-Exclusive Protection TLC Nursing is the only company in the healthcare staffing industry to offer Shift Shield — a program designed to protect clinicians from preventable assignment disruptions and ensure they are compensated fairly when facilities cancel shifts unexpectedly. Shift Shield provides: • Guaranteed compensation for last-minute or preventable facility-driven cancellations, • Protection against income loss, giving clinicians peace of mind, • A consistent and fair work experience, unmatched by competitors Why Healthcare Professionals and Facilities Choose TLC Nursing ✓ Proven Industry Expertise More than two decades of staffing experience with a strong understanding of travel contracts, compliance, credentialing, and rapid deployment. ✓ Highest Standards of Quality & Compliance We follow rigorous screening processes to ensure each clinician meets all state, federal, and facility-specific requirements. ✓ Premium Support for Clinicians Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 availability, and a supportive approach that focuses on communication, transparency, and long-term relationships. ✓ Nationwide Coverage Staffing solutions in all 50 states, including travel contracts, per-diem, local contracts, permanent placements, and crisis response. Mission Statement To enhance the delivery of patient care by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with the facilities that need them most — while providing unmatched support, protection, and reliability through programs like Shift Shield. Next Steps Thank you for choosing TLC Nursing for your next travel assignment. Let's expedite your submission to the job of your liking by completing your professional profile on our iTraveler app. We invite you to download our iTraveler app from the App Store or Google Play to simplify your travel nursing journey. The iTraveler app streamlines your experience, providing access to job listings, schedules, and important updates at your fingertips. Stay connected with TLC Nursing and take control of your healthcare career with the iTraveler app. We highly recommend our applicants install the iTraveler app along with completing their professional profile and uploading the following documents: • Resume, • Active BLS, • COVID Vaccination Card, • Two Professional References, • Skills checklist Did you know you can earn up to $1000 per referral? You DO NOT need to be an employee of TLC Nursing to earn this $$$. You can track each of your referrals and get paid out with Visa Gift Cards once your referral meets our requirements. Click Here to Get Started earning unlimited Referral BONUS!!! You DO NOT need to be a current or former employee of TLC Nursing to earn referral bonuses; EVERYONE Qualifies for this BONUS!!! So, WHY choose to travel with TLC Nursing? TLC Nursing is your destination for boutique healthcare jobs, whether it is Travel, Local, Per Diem, or Permanent Placement. TLC Nursing is your trusted career partner. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. At TLC Nursing, we're not just a staffing agency but a healthcare family dedicated to positively impacting our community. Join a dynamic team and become part of a caring community that values your skills, dedication, and contributions. Why Join TLC Nursing? TLC Nursing has the best and the highest-paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency. Our wide range of job listings includes travel nursing jobs, travel allied jobs, travel RN jobs, and travel LPN jobs. Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position. Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons. Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime. Benefits: Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance. 25K Life Insurance on day one! 401 (k) with a matching contribution. Paid Time Off (PTO) Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase. Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend. Unlimited referral bonus! Access to unlimited continuing education units online. We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency! Vermont Business Magazine voted us The Best Staffing Agency in 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2017! 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