Physical Therapist - Outpatient Ortho - Full Time
Listed compensation
$36-$55/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
About Rehab United
Rehab United is a leading physical therapy practice in San Diego, committed to providing exceptional patient care and fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment. We aim to empower individuals to return to doing the things they love through personalized and effective rehabilitation guided by our core values:
Service: We prioritize the needs of our patients and community, providing compassionate and attentive care.
Teamwork: We foster a collaborative environment where therapists and staff work together to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Accountability: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professional practice and take ownership of our actions.
- Communication: We believe in clear and open communication with patients, colleagues, and referring physicians.
- Inspiration: We strive to inspire our patients and each other to achieve their full potential.
We are dedicated to evidence-based practice, continuous learning, and a patient-centered approach, ensuring that every individual receives the highest quality of care.
Job Summary
Rehab United is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing comprehensive physical therapy programs to address patients' musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional impairments. This role requires a strong clinical background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional development.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including detailed history, systems review, and appropriate objective tests and measures.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practice and patient goals.
Perform therapeutic interventions, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and modalities, as appropriate.
Document patient progress accurately and efficiently in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements within our EMR, Prompt.
- Provide patient education regarding injury prevention, home exercise programs, and self-management strategies.
- Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
- Adhere to all ethical and professional standards of practice.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
- Current California Physical Therapist (PT) license or Physical Therapist License Applicant (PTLA) status.
- Strong clinical skills in musculoskeletal and/or neurological rehabilitation.
- Knowledge of Applied Functional Science (AFS) preferred.
- Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
- New Graduate applicants encouraged.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual, increasing with tenure.
- 9 paid holidays annually.
- 40 hours of paid sick leave.
- Continuing education stipend for professional development.
- Onsite CEU accredited courses.
- Incentive program for performance-based earnings.
- 50% discount on massage therapy services.
- Complimentary fitness classes.
- New Grad support: NPTE prep course and study guide paid for by RU.
Professional Development
- Mentorship opportunities with experienced clinicians.
- Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
- Access to internal and external continuing education resources.
- Support for professional certifications and specializations.
Work Environment
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- State-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
- Community outreach participation opportunities.
Compensation
- $36.00-$55.00 Hourly (commensurate with prior experience as a licensed therapist)
- NOTE: FLSA status will transition from hourly non-exempt to salaried exempt following 90 days of employment, provided the criteria outlined in California's salaried exempt regulations is fulfilled.
- If you’re ready to take the next step in your PT journey, Rehab United is ready to hear from you!
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,253 salary observations; 4,288 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,410 salary observations; 61,614 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $75k–$114k | Physical Therapy median $119k (middle half $97k–$134k)967 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $117k median in California | $94k nationally (+25%)1,253 state / 12,410 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$85k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,740 active | 21,585 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 66% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physical Therapist listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,740 in the last 30 days | 4,063 the 30 days before (+90%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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