Embark on a dynamic journey as a Travel Physical Therapist in Oakland California where your clinical expertise will transform lives and elevate the standard of care within the physical therapy specialty. This is more than a placementits a purpose-driven path that invites you to apply evidence-based interventions tailor personalized rehabilitation plans and collaborate with diverse healthcare teams to help patients regain independence and confidence. As you deliver compassionate skilled care youll broaden your clinical repertoire refine your diagnostic acumen and cultivate leadership capabilities that propel you forward in your PT career. This multiweek assignment begins on February 13 2026 offering robust professional growth opportunities while you explore the unique landscapes of California and beyond. Start each day with purpose knowing your work matters and finish with the satisfaction of measurable progress seen in your patients mobility strength and quality of life.
Separately Californias beauty and variety invite you to experience a work-life that balances professional fulfillment with weekend exploration. Ocean coastlines redwood forests sunlit vineyards iconic cities and a thriving cultural scene create an enriching backdrop for your time off. Whether youre strolling along the Bay hiking coastal trails or soaking in art and music in worldclass venues youll find inspiration that informs your safe patient-centered practice. And if you crave even broader horizons this assignment offers flexibility to engage in locations across the United States expanding your professional footprint while maintaining the same commitment to exceptional care.
Location benefits youll appreciate begin with Oaklands favorable climate accessible transit and proximity to the greater Bay Areas diverse communities. Here youll collaborate with dynamic multidisciplinary teams benefit from exposure to a wide spectrum of neuro orthopedic and cardiopulmonary rehab cases and enjoy networking opportunities that can catalyze your career trajectory. The position also provides the advantage of working within a network that supports travel across multiple U.S. sites opening doors to new clinical challenges different patient populations and the chance to strengthen your adaptive PT addition to clinical variety youll find thriving dining cultural experiences and outdoor recreation that make even busy weeks rewarding while the guaranteed hours safeguard your financial planning and professional continuity.
Role specifics and benefits
- Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive patient evaluations establish and adjust individualized physical therapy plans of care implement evidence-based treatment protocols monitor progress modify interventions as needed and document outcomes accurately for continuity of care. Youll guide patients through therapeutic exercises manual therapy gait and balance training and assistive device utilization as appropriate while maintaining clear communication with physicians caregivers and the broader rehab team. Youll also participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a collaborative learning-focused environment that prioritizes patient safety and measurable functional gains.
- Professional growth: Leverage a variety of clinical settings to broaden your exposure within the Physical Therapy specialty. Benefit from mentorship access to ongoing CE opportunities and structured pathways to expand your scope of practice. The role is designed to support career advancement with recognition for initiative leadership and demonstrated clinical excellence.
- Compensation and incentives: This assignment offers competitive weekly pay ranging from $2853 to $2917 with guaranteed 40.0 hours per week to support stable earnings. A bonus opportunity is included as part of the contract reflecting your valued contribution and performance. Youll also have housing assistance to ease relocation and stayremoving common travel barriers so you can focus on patient care.
- Housing and extensions: Comprehensive housing support is provided to streamline your transition into the assignment. Once youre on board youll have the option to extend your contract allowing you to deepen your integration with the clinical team and continue delivering high-quality PT services while exploring additional locations and patient populations.
- Travel support and continuity: Youll receive 24/7 support from a dedicated travel team throughout your assignment ensuring smooth logistics immediate assistance as you move between sites and a reliable point of contact for clinical and personal needs. From onboarding to ongoing operational help youre never navigating challenges alone.
- Scheduling and guarantees: The role comes with guaranteed hours and a clearly defined schedule so you can plan ahead with confidence. The combination of guaranteed hours travel flexibility and a supportive infrastructure is designed to provide stability alongside professional variety.
Company values
Our organization is committed to empowering physical therapists to achieve their fullest potential. We cultivate a supportive inclusive work environment that prioritizes clinical excellence professional development and worklife balance. We invest in people encourage initiative and recognize the impact of each team member on patient outcomes. Youll join a culture that values curiosity collaboration and continuous improvement with an emphasis on career advancement and a long-term partnership that respects your contributions.
Call to action
If youre ready to apply your PT expertise to meaningful patient outcomes embrace the chance to grow across locations and be part of a company that genuinely invests in your professional development this opportunity is for you. Join us in Oakland California and extend your reach across the a lasting impact while enjoying comprehensive support competitive compensation and a clear path to deeper expertise. Apply now and begin a rewarding chapter where your skills compassion and ambition converge to shape the future of physical therapy.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1000 per referral no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.