Travel Physical Therapist

Company: World Nurses
Location: Watsonville
Posted on: March 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description World Nurses is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Watsonville, California. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Physical Therapist - Discipline: Therapy - Duration: 13 weeks - 30 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Work opportunities span coast to coast. Guaranteed weekly direct deposit keeps pay simple and secure. Enjoy housing stipends, travel pay, and referral bonuses. Job Title: Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) – PT/OT Job Type: Contract Urgency: Normal Job Summary: We are seeking a qualified Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to oversee Physical Therapy (PT) and Occupational Therapy (OT) services in a skilled nursing setting. This leadership role focuses on managing therapy operations, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance. Assignment Details: - Contract duration: 13 weeks - Shift: Days - Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Key Responsibilities: - Lead daily operations of the rehabilitation department (PT/OT) - Supervise, mentor, and support therapy team members - Oversee care planning, patient progress, and therapy outcomes - Ensure compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards - Manage staffing schedules, productivity, and department performance metrics - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care - Support quality improvement initiatives and program development Requirements: - Active state professional license (PT, OT, or related therapy discipline) - Minimum 2 years of rehabilitation experience - Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred - Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred - Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapy Sub-Specialty: Director of Rehabilitation Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and possess the required certifications are eligible to apply./n About World Nurses World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in placement. Benefits - Medical benefits - Referral bonus - Relocation bonus

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