Travel Physical Therapist Job

Embark on a transformative Travel Physical Therapist opportunity in California's San Jose region, where your clinical expertise can redefine recovery and empower patients to reclaim independence. In this specialty-focused assignment, you'll partner with physicians, therapists, and care teams to design and deliver tailored rehabilitation programs that restore function, alleviate pain, and help individuals resume meaningful daily activities. Starting December 11, 2025, for a flexible duration of weeks, you'll join a supportive network that values clinical judgment, adaptability, and the impact you make on patients' lives. While you work in one of California's most vibrant hubs, you'll also have the chance to explore the state's diverse beauty—redwood forests, pristine coastlines, sunlit vineyards, and bustling urban centers—when your schedule allows.

San Jose offers the blend of advanced healthcare facilities, collegial teams, and an exceptional quality of life that makes every shift feel purposeful. You'll be immersed in a robust medical community with access to state‑of‑the‑art clinics, integrated care teams, and opportunities to refine your specialty practice across orthopedics, neurorehabilitation, geriatrics, and pediatrics as caseload needs vary. Beyond the hospital walls, the Bay Area's cultural richness, outdoor recreation, and dining scenes provide a well‑rounded backdrop for personal well‑being. If your path includes broader experience, assignments across other U.S. locations are available, enabling you to broaden your professional network, adapt to different care models, and bring best practices back to your home clinic.

Key responsibilities center on evidence‑based assessment, goal‑driven treatment planning, and outcome‑driven progression. You'll conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop PT plans of care, implement therapeutic exercise programs, apply manual therapy techniques, and monitor progress toward functional goals. You'll lead gait and balance training, assistive technology applications, and functional mobility coaching, ensuring safe transitions to home or community environments. Documentation in electronic health records is meticulous, timely, and compliant with payer guidelines. You'll collaborate with nurses, physicians, case managers, and therapy aides to coordinate care, participate in case conferences, and contribute to discharge planning and post‑discharge follow‑up when applicable. Opportunities exist to specialize further, share expertise through in‑service trainings, and mentor newer therapists as you grow within the role.

Benefits are designed to support your journey. A competitive weekly pay range of $2,411 to $2,439, with the potential for bonuses, recognizes your clinical impact. Housing assistance helps you settle into the area with less financial strain, while extension opportunities give you a path to lengthen an assignment if you're enjoying the setting and the team. You'll enjoy comprehensive travel support, including 24/7 assistance from dedicated coordinators while you're on assignment, ensuring you have help when you need it most. Note that this is a travel assignment with no guaranteed hours (0.0), though weeks can be filled with productive clinical coverage and you'll receive the stated weekly compensation. Additional stipends or per diem may be available to cover meals and incidental expenses, depending on the program and locale. And because flexibility is part of travel work, there are often multiple week‑to‑week scheduling options, with shifts arranged to balance patient needs and your personal plan.

Our company is built on empowering clinicians to grow—through clinical autonomy, mentorship, and clear pathways for career advancement. We strive to create a supportive, inclusive environment where your expertise is respected, your professional goals are supported, and your work makes a measurable difference in communities you serve. You'll find resources for continuing education, opportunities to lead initiatives, and a network of travel professionals who share best practices and camaraderie across assignments.

Ready to apply and begin a rewarding chapter as a Travel Physical Therapist in San Jose? Join a company that values your contribution, champions your development, and enables you to explore California and other regions while delivering high‑impact care. Take the next step, submit your application, and let's design a pathway that fits your ambitions and lifestyle.

Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield – Traveler Protection

ShiftShield protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement

TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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