Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Provide outpatient orthopedic evaluation and treatment as a traveling Physical Therapist in Chula Vista, CA. Treat patients with musculoskeletal injuries in a clinic setting while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and reporting progress to in-house and specialty physicians. Communicate treatment plans clearly and assist colleagues in identifying patient care issues.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active California physical therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience evaluating and treating musculoskeletal or outpatient orthopedic injuries.
• Ability to communicate treatment plans and reports to physicians and clinical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an outpatient orthopedic clinic.
• Prior collaboration with orthopedic surgeons or hand surgeons.

Assignment Details

• Behavior characteristics: Monday through Friday.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and commitment to patient care. Benefits begin day one.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide evidence-based care to improve patient outcomes in an outpatient orthopedic setting. Collaborate with physicians and specialists to ensure coordinated treatment and continuity of care. Contribute to clinic efficiency by identifying and addressing operational or clinical issues.

Location Highlights

Chula Vista offers coastal and outdoor recreation within short drives. The city is approximately 10–15 miles south of downtown San Diego and near the Otay Mesa and San Diego Bay waterfronts. Enjoy easy access to Coronado Island, Mission Bay, and less than an hour to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Cabrillo National Monument for hiking and coastal views. Local attractions include the Chula Vista Marina and nearby Bayside trails for an active, suburban coastal lifestyle.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.