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Novato, California

Physical Therapist III, Case Manager, Home Health

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70.8-$99.12/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Outer Bay

Position Overview

$10,000 sign-on bonus available to external candidates - in accordance with Sutter Health policy

Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice level competencies and is a recognized clinical or workflow subject matter expert. Responsible for developing key workflows and clinical protocols or guidelines for department.

Serves as a resource in the education, training and mentoring of other staff and as a clinical instructor for assigned students. May coordinate staff education and student programs.

Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Description:

$10,000 sign-on bonus available to external candidates - in accordance with Sutter Health policy

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy school

Certification & Licensure

PT-Physical Therapist

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department Required Certification & Licensure

  • Department: Home Health, DL-Valid Drivers License Class C
  • Department: Home Health, AUTO-Automobile Insurance

Typical Experience

5 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.

Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.

Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.

Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Ability to teach/educate others, public speaking.

Ability to develop training materials and competency assessments.

Develop treatment protocols.

Ability to extract evidence-based practice information and apply to clinical practice and training materials.

Able to analyze and identify clinical practice and workflow best practices.

Complex problem solver within and outside of department. Analyzes data/information from multiple sources.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $70.80 to $99.12 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist III is responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing rehabilitative programs to improve patient mobility and strength in a home health setting. They also serve as a clinical subject matter expert, developing protocols and mentoring staff and students.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited physical therapy school with at least 5 years of recent relevant experience. Required certifications include a valid PT license, BLS for Healthcare Providers, a valid Class C driver's license, and automobile insurance.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Case managementComplex problem solvingTraining development

Physical Therapist Career Context

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,357 salary observations; 4,739 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,455 salary observations; 66,692 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 ~$177k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $160k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapyranked against 21,911 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$147k–$206kPhysical Therapy median $125k (middle half $114k–$134k)25 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$117k median in California$94k nationally (+25%)1,357 state / 13,455 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$160k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in California1,798 active21,901 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 58% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$10k sign-onCalifornia physical therapist listings (all specialties): 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,870 in the last 30 days4,344 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.2% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (21,911 Physical Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

36 jobs · 19 employers
14
<$115k
12
$115k-135k
6
$135k-155k
1
$160k
3
$186k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
61%
Sign-on bonus
58% this job
Loan repayment
39%
Relocation assistance
19%

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#4

Physical Therapist Case Manager, Level 2: Home Health

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,911 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Novato

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$979k
Typical market rent
$3,969/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.