Healthcare Jobs at Short-Term Acute Care Hospitals in Merced, CA

Physical Therapist – Acute

Merced, California – 95340
10 D,
September 28, 2026
13 weeks

$2,036 to $2,098

Travel Physical Therapist jobs in Merced, CA let you evaluate patients, create individualized treatment plans, and deliver therapy to restore mobility and independence. You will work with an interdisciplinary team and provide skilled care in a post-acute setting. Merced, CA offers a vibrant community, access to outdoor recreation, and proximity to Yosemite National Park. Required qualifications include an active California Physical Therapist license, relevant clinical experience, and current BLS certification. With AMN Healthcare, you receive excellent compensation, exclusive discounts, dedicated recruiters, and support from the AMN Passport app, all backed by the high ethical standards of a publicly traded company. Apply now to join this Travel Physical Therapist assignment in Merced, CA

Allied per diem

Physical Therapist (PT)

Merced, California – 95340
12 D,
October 12, 2026

$47 to $50

Hourly Pay*

Physical therapists work with patients to improve their movement and manage their pain. PTs use a variety of techniques to help their patients, including hands-on therapy, strengthening, and stretching exercises, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, ice/heat, and much more. PT’s can work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, and clinics.Education/Requirements:

Master’s degree in field is required, some states also require the completion of a certificate program.
Valid state license required

**13 wks, 40GWW – Monday to Friday, 930 – 1800BLS (AHA) required2yrs expCharting System CernerUnit Notes- Unit: PT/OT/ST- # beds: 189 beds: ICU 20, telemetry 34, medical 5th floor 34, surgical 6th floor 34, and medical unit 7th floor 34, Mother and baby units 33 beds- Hospital census runs 150 on average. Off- site outpatient center for all three disciplines (2.5 mile distance, 8 min drive/one way). OT, ST service home health clients at Mercy (located OP Center) T, F OT, as needed ST (small volume)- Certs: BLS and CA license PT,OT/ST- EMR: Cerner B (upgraded version)- Therapy Leaders: Therapies (1) lead inpatient therapist, (1) therapy supervisor, (1) Director of Rehab Services- Therapy Aides/Licensed Staff: (3) outpatient, (5) inpatient, (1) PTA OP, (2) inpatient PTA’s (1) COTA OP, (1) (PD) COTA, (2) OP OTR, (2) IP OTR (includes 1 OT (T), (5) PT’s (includes 2 T), (3) PD PT IP, (2) PD PT OP, ST (2) includes 1 Traveler- Weekend Requirement: Have worked PT travelers on 10 hour schedules splitting the weekend W-S and Sun-W (has worked out well); OT, ST none and at 8 hour schedule- Holidays: none- Scrub Color: Burgundy polo or long sleeve shirt, black pants, and shoes- Tele: 34, although all fours are capable of having telemetry on patients- Vents: Varies, 2-4 , at times up to 6- Hospitalist or Intensivist in house: Hospitalists, Residents, and Telemedicine intensivists in ICU- Wound Care therapists Inpatient have 3 (2) PT, (1) PTA- RT 24/7: yes- Pharmacy 24/7: yes- Shifts: 8 hours , but willing to consider 10 hours for PT travelers- Floating: Yes , OT (IP/OP/HH), ST (primary OP required with geriatric and pediatric experience/ ideally Vital Stim as well, as needed IP to relieve IP or support IP ST, PT (inpatient acute hospital)- Floor specific orientation: General department orientation with skills checklist and assigned clinician- Common diagnosis / Types of patients: IP adult and geriatric population ( orthopedic, neurological, medical, pulmonary complications), OP peds to geriatrics diverse patient population. OT hand therapy a big component, ST pediatrics is a big component- Additional Notes: JCAHO certification for Stroke (NIH certified), TJP (elective hips and knees), Early mobility program, vent early mobility level 2

Nearby (Within California + 150 miles)

Computed Tomography Technologist

San Luis Obispo, California – 93401
Distance from Merced: 140 miles
12 E,
September 28, 2026
13 weeks

$2,404 to $2,477

Nursing travel Exclusive Seasonal

Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU

Sacramento, California – 95823
Distance from Merced: 104 miles
12 N,
November 2, 2026
13 weeks

$2,896 to $3,044

Will float as needed! No time off approved here

Nursing travel Exclusive Seasonal

Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU

Sacramento, California – 95823
Distance from Merced: 104 miles
12 D,
November 2, 2026
13 weeks

$2,896 to $3,044

Will float as needed! No time off approved here

Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Nursing travel

Sacramento, California – 95819
Distance from Merced: 104 miles
12 D,
October 13, 2026
13 weeks

$2,150 to $2,260

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Redwood City, California – 94062
Distance from Merced: 97 miles
12 N,
October 12, 2026
13 weeks

$1,989 to $2,050

Computed Tomography Technologist

Santa Cruz, California – 95065
Distance from Merced: 88 miles
10 N,
October 12, 2026
13 weeks

$2,694 to $2,776

-2 references, 1 within the past year (this is the most important) & 1 within the past 3 years

Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular

Nursing travel

Sacramento, California – 95819
Distance from Merced: 104 miles
12 N,
October 13, 2026
13 weeks

$2,549 to $2,680

This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

Registered Nurse – Telemetry

Nursing travel

Palo Alto, California – 94304
Distance from Merced: 92 miles
12 D,
October 9, 2026
13 weeks

$2,006 to $2,109

CA RN LIC BLS, ACLS Experience from a large teaching hosptial or level I Trauma Center Tele SCL and Reference within a year RTO Upon Submission 60 Mile Radius Rule