Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $63 per hour in Santa Monica, CA

Company: United Health Care Staffing
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Physical Therapist Location: Santa Monica, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $63 per hour Start Date: ASAP About the Position Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility Location: Santa Monica, CA Shift Type: PRN / Per Diem; flexible shifts (days and times vary based on facility needs) Candidate Pay Rate: $58 - $63 per hour Roles & Responsibilities Perform thorough evaluations and develop individualized physical therapy care plans Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional mobility training to support recovery Educate residents and caregivers on safe techniques and home programs Collaborate with nursing and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care Maintain accurate, compliant documentation to support patient outcomes Qualifications Active California Physical Therapy license required Experience in skilled nursing facility or geriatric rehabilitation preferred Strong clinical reasoning and hands-on therapy skills Excellent communication skills for working with residents, families, and team members Comfortable working in a PRN / per diem capacity with flexible scheduling Knowledge & Skills Skilled in patient evaluation and individualized treatment planning Proficient with therapeutic exercise and functional mobility training Knowledgeable about documentation best practices and regulatory compliance Ability to educate residents and caregivers in a clear, compassionate way Experience collaborating within an interdisciplinary care team Familiarity with geriatric rehabilitation principles Benefits Flexible PRN scheduling so you can fit work into your life, not the other way around A supportive interdisciplinary team that values collaboration and patient-centered care Professional development and licensure assistance & reimbursement Opportunities to build hands-on experience in skilled nursing and geriatric care Comprehensive benefits options available for eligible team members Meaningful work helping residents regain independence and function Clean, well-equipped SNF setting with a focus on high-quality rehab A friendly workplace culture that celebrates your contributions Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility? Let's get you moving forward! Hashtags PhysicalTherapistJobs SantaMonicaJobs HealthcareJobs PTJobs SkilledNursingJobs PerDiemPT RehabilitationCare GeriatricRehab JoinOurTeam

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