Travel Physical Therapist; PT - in Bakersfield, CA

Position: Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,518 to $2,595 per week in Bakersfield, CA

Physical Therapist Location: Bakersfield, CA Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied Pay: $2,518 to $2,595 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/23/2026

About the Position

Allied Travel Careers  is working with AMN Healthcare Allied to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in BAKERSFIELD, California, 93301!

Job Description & Requirements
Physical Therapist - Outpatient - (PT)

Start Date:

2/23/2026 Available

Shifts:

8 D Pay Rate: $2518.00 - $2595.00

Join a general outpatient orthopedic clinic in Bakersfield, CA. Known for attractions such as Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, Murray Family Farms, and the California Living Museum, Bakersfield is a vibrant place to live and work. The position involves 5:8s day shifts over a period of 13 weeks and requires seeing a broad range of patients, typically ranging from adolescents to geriatrics, with an option to avoid pediatrics unless requested.

As a PT professional, you'll play a vital role in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications
Physical Therapist, Outpatient
Licenses: PT-CA

Certifications:

BLS

Lymphedema Experience Required

Orthopedic cases are expected to visit 13-15vpd with general ortho cases (ie: back pain, knee pain and shoulder pain and post-operative patients)
Lymphedema cases: 1 patient per hour, so it'll be 8 patients per day.
Majority of the cases are English speaker but will expect to see some patients who are Punjabi/Spanish speaker.

Facility Location
Surrounded by mountain ranges, wildflowers and the Kern River, Bakersfield is the ideal destination for anyone seeking an abundance of recreational opportunities. Hike the neighboring Sierra Nevada Mountains, enjoy whitewater rafting or kayaking, or explore the vibrant downtown district. Boasting a dynamic musical community, the city is also known as the birthplace of the country music genre known as the “Bakersfield sound.”

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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About AMN Healthcare Allied

Embarking on an allied travel career with AMN Healthcare means a wealth of resources at your fingertips and a vast array of exciting opportunities across all allied healthcare disciplines, settings, and practice areas. Whatever your personal and professional goals are, AMN Healthcare is ready to build a partnership of success and match you with your dream allied travel assignment.

Beyond high-paying travel jobs, you have access to exceptional benefits that prioritize your well-being and professional growth. We take pride in being the nation’s leading allied staffing agency, ensuring top-tier assignments and unparalleled support for allied healthcare professionals nationwide.

Requirements

Physical Therapist, Outpatient Licenses: PT-CA

Certifications:

BLS Lymphedema Experience Required Orthopedic cases are expected to visit 13-15vpd with general ortho cases (ie: back pain, knee pain and shoulder pain and post-operative patients) Lymphedema cases: 1 patient per hour, so it'll be 8 patients per day. Majority of the cases are English speaker but will expect to see some patients who are Punjabi/Spanish speaker.

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

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