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Riverside, California

Physical Therapist PT - Per Diem

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$26k-$39k

The week · per this posting

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Job Description

For over 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, dedicated to enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting their independence.

We offer a collaborative, compassionate work environment where every team member is valued and equipped to succeed. Join a team that prioritizes growth, open communication, and the tools you need to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Location: Riverside South

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist (PT) is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides physical therapy services to patients/clients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician.

Qualifications

Graduate of a physical therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the AMA in Association or its equivalent.

  • Licensed or registered to practice as a PT in the state of practice.
  • Preferably at least two (2) years of experience as a PT.

Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health. Presents a pre-employment physician’s health clearance, including negative TB skin tests and/or CXR and other tests as required by specific state statute.

  • Has the ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
  • Is self-directing and has the ability to work with little direct supervision.
  • Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
  • Is flexible and cooperative in fulfilling the role obligations.
  • Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.

Is a licensed driver and has an automobile that is insured in accordance with Lorian Health (LORIAN) requirements.

Must be able to verbally communicate in the language of the client and document all client-related activity practices.

Responsibilities

  • Providing treatment as ordered by the attending physician, dentist, or podiatrist.
  • Assisting in developing and updating the plan of treatment or Plan of Care (POC).
  • Assisting the physician in evaluating level of function.

Observing, recording, and reporting information on the patient’s condition to the attending physician, case manager, and in the patient’s health record.

Advising, consulting, and when appropriate, instructing family and other LORIAN personnel in patient’s therapy program.

  • Teaching and supervising other healthcare personnel when appropriate.
  • Evaluating the home environment and making appropriate recommendations.
  • Participating in in-service education programs.

Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patients/clients condition and care given in accordance with LORIAN policies and procedures.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to our employees' well-being, offering a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (EAP, 401(K) with 4% match)
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Employee referral program and opportunities for growth and advancement

This position is based on a Pay per visit compensation model.

Pay per visit ranges from $100 to $150 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationPlan of care developmentClinical documentationPatient assessmentTime managementInterdisciplinary collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 30% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (690 salary observations; 1,891 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (7,156 salary observations; 29,836 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; 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 ~$33k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $29k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

49 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution28 jobs

4
<$100k
0
$100k-120k
7
$120k-140k
15
$140k-160k
2
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs

401k / retirement match
71% this job
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
39%
Relocation assistance
25%
Visa sponsorship
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Pelvic Health Physical Therapist (Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation)

Aizer Health · Monroe, New York

starting at $80/hour
#2

Physical Therapist (PT)Contract

AvaMed Workforce · Tulare, California

$80/hr
#3

Physical Therapi

$50.51-$75.71/hr
#4

Home Health Physical Therapist

$70-$75/hr
+ 47 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,135 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Riverside

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$602k
Typical market rent
$2,444/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Lorian Health

Hospitals and Health Care
San Diego, California
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary
Comprehensive Benefits Package
EAP
401(K) with 4% Match
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Opportunities for Growth and Advancement