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Physical Therapist - Acute Inpatient
Location: Bakersfield, California
Start Date: 05-31-2026
End Date: 08-30-2026
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
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 patients recovering from TKA, THA, spinal surgery, CVA, and general medical conditions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in acute inpatient settings
- Document patient progress and adjust interventions to support recovery goals
- Mentor and guide patients through rehabilitation journeys from admission through discharge planning
Qualifications
- Active California PT license required
- BLS certification required
- Acute Inpatient PT experience required
- Strong clinical skills in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in acute inpatient physical therapy across diverse patient populations
- Ability to manage high-volume caseloads while maintaining quality care standards
- Proficiency in treating post-surgical orthopedic and stroke recovery patients
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with healthcare teams
Benefits
- Supportive team environment with dedicated orientation
- Opportunity to work across multiple hospital units
- Flexible scheduling with weekends off after weekend coverage
- Professional development through department-specific training
- Collaborative work with experienced rehab services leadership
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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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