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Physical Therapist - Acute Inpatient
Location: Bakersfield, California
Start Date: 05-30-2026
End Date: 08-29-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM with occasional 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM shifts, one weekend every third weekend with Monday and Friday off
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $59 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional physical therapy care to 12+ patients daily across medical-surgical, ICU, and ER units
- Develop personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations including post-surgical, neurological, and general medical cases
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient recovery and functional outcomes
- Document patient progress and adjust interventions to maximize rehabilitation potential
- Support patients through their journey from acute illness to improved mobility and independence
Qualifications
- Active California Physical Therapist license required
- BLS certification required
- Acute Inpatient PT experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work effectively across multiple hospital departments
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in treating general medical and deconditioned patients
- Experience with post-surgical rehabilitation including TKA, THA, and spinal procedures
- Skilled in stroke recovery and general orthopedic rehabilitation
- Strong assessment and clinical reasoning abilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Benefits
- Supportive team environment
- Comprehensive orientation program
- Opportunity to work across multiple hospital units
- Flexible scheduling with weekends off after weekend shifts
- Professional development through varied patient care experiences
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist - Acute Inpatient? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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